BeeBright™ Lipstick Pentas

BeeBright™ Lipstick is a compact, mounding Pentas lanceolata selection with red, star-shaped flower clusters. Syngenta lists it as heat-loving and pollinator-friendly, with a flowering period from mid-spring through summer. ## Garden Use At about 6–8 inches tall and 12–14 inches wide, this selection fits the front of a sunny border, small containers, and massed seasonal plantings. Its compact form and branching habit bring color to tight spaces, while the clusters offer nectar and pollen for visiting pollinators. The dimensions and selection traits here follow the [Syngenta product profile](https://www.syngentaflowers.com/ams/product/flower/70052741). ## Growing Conditions Pentas generally grows best in well-drained, organically rich soil. Give it sun for strong flowering, with some partial shade tolerated; provide steady moisture while avoiding waterlogged soil. The [NC State Extension species guide](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/pentas-lanceolata/common-name/egyptian-star-cluster/) provides this broader cultural guidance for Pentas lanceolata. ## Maintenance Water when the soil begins to dry, especially in containers and during hot weather. Remove spent flower clusters as needed to keep the plant tidy and encourage fresh growth. Grow it as a warm-season annual in gardens where winter cold prevents outdoor survival.