American Plant Exchange
Red Lace Penta, 6" Pot
Best vibrant flowering plant for indoor or outdoor container gardeners.
Discover the vibrant Red Lace Penta, also known as Egyptian stars for its distinctive five-pointed blooms. This scrubby plant features attractive oval to spear-shaped foliage and grows at a slow pace, making it an ideal choice for containers or as a bedding plant. While it thrives in summer, it can also be cultivated indoors. Each plant is carefully shipped to ensure it arrives in excellent condition, ready to bring a touch of color to your space.
$21.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
5882
/ 9316
#5882 in Potted Houseplants
Price vs Category Average
-58%
Below average
USDA hardiness zones for outdoor planting
911
/ -
Who it's for
- Busy decorators needing an instant, ready-to-display patio centerpiece
- Gardeners looking to support local pollinators and biodiversity
- Homeowners wanting reliable, season-long color for their outdoor spaces
Who should skip it
- Forgetful waterers who need drought-tolerant, low-effort plants
- Cold-climate residents unwilling to manage seasonal plant transitions
- Indoor gardeners who prefer low-maintenance, pest-resistant greenery
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
The vibrant star-shaped blooms are a magnet for local butterflies.
Visual Impact
Deep red foliage provides a striking contrast for any indoor space.
Maintenance Ease
Requires consistent care and moderate attention to thrive indoors.
Growth Manageability
Slow growth rate keeps the plant compact and easy to style.
Versatility
Transitions well between container gardening and outdoor bedding displays.
Pet Safety
Toxic properties necessitate careful placement away from curious household pets.
Key Specs
USDA hardiness zones for outdoor planting
9-11
Ideal temperature range
65-75°F
Maximum height
6 feet
UPC
850030258595
Pot Diameter
6 inches
Mature Height
72 inches
Watering Frequency
Moderate
Fragrance
None
Features
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Suitable for full sun to part shade
- Moderate maintenance required
- Can grow up to 6 feet tall
- Ideal for container or bedding use
- Toxic if ingested by pets
- Dark Red Blooms
- Comes in a 6" Pot
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with the Red Lace Penta, praising its vibrant true red color and robust health upon arrival. A key theme is the exceptional packaging, which effectively minimizes transit damage, ensuring plants arrive blooming or budded. Buyers frequently note the size and fullness exceed expectations for a six inch pot, leading to strong immediate gratification and high recommendations. While minor leaf stress or wilting from shipping occurs occasionally, the underlying quality of the nursery stock is confirmed as the plants quickly recover and thrive. The overall consensus highlights reliable delivery and vigorous specimens, making this Penta a highly recommended, colorful addition for gardeners.
Know before you buy
Yes, it can be grown indoors as long as you provide it with plenty of direct sunlight or partial shade. Keep the plant in a room with a temperature range of 65-75°F and maintain moderate humidity levels for best results.
No, the Red Lace Penta is toxic if ingested. It is best to place it in a location that is inaccessible to curious pets.
While it arrives in a 6-inch pot, this plant can grow up to 6 feet tall. If you are planting it in a container, ensure you have a large enough pot to support its eventual size, or be prepared to prune it to maintain a smaller stature.
It requires moderate maintenance. You will need to keep up with a consistent watering schedule and ensure it receives adequate light, but its slow growth rate makes it relatively easy to manage compared to faster-growing varieties.
Absolutely. The Red Lace Penta is well-known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds, making it an excellent choice for outdoor containers or garden beds if you want to invite more wildlife to your space.
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