Pentas Lanceolata ‘Ruby Glow’
Pentas lanceolata ‘Ruby Glow’ is a captivating variety of Egyptian Star Flowercomma-sign notable for its clusters of star-shaped flowers in a richcomma-sign deep ruby-red hue. This compact and bushy plant blooms profusely throughout the warm seasoncomma-sign providing a striking display of color that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. The dark green foliage complements the vibrant red flowerscomma-sign creating a visually appealing contrast. ‘Ruby Glow’ is a popular choice for adding a bold splash of color to containerscomma-sign garden bedscomma-sign and borderscomma-sign and its easy-care nature makes it a favorite among gardeners seeking a reliable and attractive flowering plant that brings life to any garden setting.
Specs
Deep Ruby Red for Bold Contrast
Pentas lanceolata ‘Ruby Glow’ delivers rich, ruby-red flowers that stand out beautifully against its deep green foliage. It blooms all season long, making it a reliable, eye-catching addition to butterfly gardens and bright containers.
Product Highlights
Category: Flowering
Bloom Time: Spring to fall
Growth Habit: Bushy
Mature Size: 1 to 2 feet
USDA Zone: 9 to 11
Temperature: Thrives in 65–85°F
Color: Deep ruby-red
Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs: Moderate
Bloom Size: 2 to 3 inches
Pet Friendly? Yes – non-toxic to pets
Best Uses
Ideal for butterfly gardens, containers, and borders where bold, continuous color is needed.
Pro-tip
To maintain vibrant blooms, ensure consistent moisture and prune occasionally to promote new growth.
Pentas lanceolata ‘Ruby Glow’ delivers rich, ruby-red flowers that stand out beautifully against its deep green foliage. It blooms all season long, making it a reliable, eye-catching addition to butterfly gardens and bright containers.
Product Highlights
Category: Flowering
Bloom Time: Spring to fall
Growth Habit: Bushy
Mature Size: 1 to 2 feet
USDA Zone: 9 to 11
Temperature: Thrives in 65–85°F
Color: Deep ruby-red
Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs: Moderate
Bloom Size: 2 to 3 inches
Pet Friendly? Yes – non-toxic to pets
Best Uses
Ideal for butterfly gardens, containers, and borders where bold, continuous color is needed.
Pro-tip
To maintain vibrant blooms, ensure consistent moisture and prune occasionally to promote new growth.
Key Features:
Bloom Time:
Spring to Fall
Growth Habit:
Bushy
Mature Height:
SMALL (12 to 24 inches)
USDA Zone:
Temperate (Zones 7 to 9)
Temperature:
Warm Climate
Color:
Red
Light Requirement:
Full Sun
Water Need:
Moderate
Bloom Size:
Medium
Pet Friendly:
Yes