Lucky Star® Lavender Pentas

Lucky Star® Lavender is the lavender color selection of Pentas lanceolata in PanAmerican Seed’s upright Lucky Star® series. The exact product page identifies this color selection and its code, with late spring and summer flowering, full-sun exposure, a height of 12–16 inches, and a spread of 12–14 inches. PanAmerican describes Lucky Star as compact and tidy, with quick follow-up blooms that keep the plant colorful through the season. The lavender flower clusters work well in sunny containers, combination planters, and warm-season beds. Its modest spread makes it easy to place among other summer annuals while leaving space for the plant to branch. See the [PanAmerican Seed Lavender page](https://www.panamseed.com/products/048007736002843/pentas-lucky-star-lavender/) for selection-specific growing information and [Kew Plants of the World Online](https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/760275-1) for accepted species and family details. ## Garden use Use it in a sunny container or mixed bed where the lavender flowers can complement warmer colors. Leave 12–14 inches of space for the plant to fill out. ## Growing conditions Provide full sun and well-drained media. The series flowers from late spring through summer and is described as heat tolerant. ## Maintenance Remove damaged or faded stems as needed. Frequent deadheading is not necessary for the series to produce quick follow-up blooms.