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Pentas lanceolata

Egyptian Star Cluster, Rubiaceae. East Africa to Southern Arabia. Large, brilliant clusters of 1/2 to 3/4 inch star-shaped flowers are produced all year on easy-to-grow plants well suited to container culture. Our selection of mostly older cultivars are taller, more vigorous plants than the compact bedding plants available elsewhere. They are ideal cut flowers. Grows 3 to 4 ft, part shade, frost tender.

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Pentas Collection Pentas Collection
Code: PLC3
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Egyptian Star Cluster

3 different, our choice. Rubiaceae

 
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Pentas lanceolata Crimson Star Pentas lanceolata 'Crimson Star'
Code: 59903
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Tall grower, bright, deep red flowers. Rubiaceae

 
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Pentas lanceolata Nova Pentas lanceolata 'Nova'
Code: 59906
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Vigorous tall grower, extra large pink cerise flowers. Rubiaceae

 
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Pentas lanceolata Orchid Star Pentas lanceolata 'Orchid Star'
Code: 59904
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Tall grower, extra large orchid purple flowers. Rubiaceae

 
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Pentas lanceolata Silver Star Pentas lanceolata 'Silver Star'
Code: 59907
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Tall grower, pure white flowers. Rubiaceae

 
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Pentas lanceolata Southern Star Pentas lanceolata 'Southern Star'
Code: 69092
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Tall, bicolored flowers of clear pink shading to deep rose-pink centers. Rubiaceae

 
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Pentas lanceolata Stars and Stripes Pentas lanceolata 'Stars and Stripes'
Code: 59909
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Tall grower, variegated white and creamy lime leaves with deep red flowers. Rubiaceae

 
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Peperomia caperata Rosso Peperomia caperata 'Rosso'
Code: 90641
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Emerald Ripple Radiator Plant

This perfect houseplant shows off glossy green deeply grooved leaves with dark veins and contrasting undersides of rich red. Grows about 8 inch high and wide in bright, indirect light. The reddish flower spikes poke up through the leaves with tiny whitish flowers. The parent species is native to Central and South America. (D, F, H, T) Piperaceae

 
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Peperomia obtusifolia Golden Gate Peperomia obtusifolia 'Golden Gate'
Code: 90585
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Golden Gate Baby Rubber Plant

This is a striking variegated houseplant with uniquely patterned leaves of creamy yellow and pale green with borders of dark green. Succulent leaves are thick and waxy. Sometimes listed as Peperomia magnifolia 'Golden Gate'. Grow it in bright light for best coloring, but not direct sunlight. This easy plant should be grown in potting soil that drains well and only watered when the top of the soil is dry. It's very sensitive to water-logged soil and does best if slightly pot-bound. Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer. It produces greenish-white flower spikes, which can be pruned off to make a tidier plant. The parent species to this cultivar is native to southern Florida and the Caribbean. USDA zones 10b - 11. Piperaceae

 
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Peperomia prostrata Peperomia prostrata
Code: 90473
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String of Turtles, Creeping Peperomia

This is a favorite miniature plant that creeps along the ground creating a dense mat. It can even climb up a small support. The tiny ½ inch round succulent leaves have a mottled pattern of lighter green veins. Great for a hanging basket, terrarium, vivarium, small dish garden, or shingling up a damp moss pole. It prefers moderate bright shade, moisture, and humid conditions. It won't tolerate waterlogged soils, so water lightly when the soil is dry and give it gritty, well-drained soil. Roots as it spreads and is fairly fast growing with a height of about 1 inch. Native to Brazilian rainforests where it is often found growing on trees and rocks as an epiphyte. USDA zones 9 - 11. Sometimes confused with Peperomia rotundifolia, which is a different species with all green leaves. During shipping a few leaves may drop off since they break easily but will quickly regrow. So, be extra careful unpacking. (B, M, T, F, H) Piperaceae

 
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Peperomia rubella Peperomia rubella
Code: 90492
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Miniature trailer with tiny red backed leaves. Suitable for hanging basket, terrarium, vivarium or dish garden. Easy and colorful. Does best in a bright position protected from direct sunlight. Native to Jamaica. Piperaceae

 
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Peperomia scandens Variegata Peperomia scandens 'Variegata'
Code: 90586
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Variegated Cupid Peperomia

This "False Philodendron" is a popular house plant with heart-shaped waxy variegated leaves of green and creamy white. Easy to grow and makes a great hanging basket house plant. Give bright light, but not direct sunlight, and allow to dry out somewhat between waterings. (B, F) Piperaceae

 
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Phlogacanthus turgidus Phlogacanthus turgidus
Code: 90630
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(Syn.: Meninia turgida), Tic-tic, Lavender Bells

Here is a rare plant for the tropical plant collector. This compact plant has pale lavender-pink bell-shaped flowers that emerge from reddish upright flower spikes. The blooming period is from fall to spring. It usually grows 3 to 4 feet tall, but in the tropics may reach up to 12 ft high. Leaves are a glossy, deep green, and slightly pleated in appearance. It prefers shade, average water and feeding. Native to tropical Asia and naturalized in Africa and the islands of the Indian Ocean. USDA zones 9b - 11 Acanthaceae

 
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Phymosia umbellata Phymosia umbellata
Code: 80089
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Mexican Bush Mallow

Three inch red mallow-like flowers on a spreading evergreen shrub or small tree to 15 feet with deeply lobed grayish green velvety leaves. Hummingbirds love it. Plant in good well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Hardy outdoors in mild climates. Can take a light frost. Rare. Native to Mexico. Malvaceae

 
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Pilea pubescens Silver Cloud Pilea pubescens 'Silver Cloud'
Code: 90344
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Silver Cloud Pilea, Silver Panamiga

Uncommon house plant with striking silvery leaves, ruffled and serrated, with pinkish color on the undersides. It's an upright compact plant to 10 inches high with inconspicuous flowers. Although it likes terrarium conditions, it might be a bit large for such usage. Ideal in a mixed planting of house plants, such as with silvery or spotted begonias, thus creating a nice contrast. Also, use it in its own hanging basket. Indoors give it bright conditions and humidity and let the soil dry slightly between watering. It does not like waterlogged soil, so do not use too large a pot, smaller is better. Needs part to full shade outdoors in mild climates. Minimum temperature should be 50F, with the ideal range from 65F to 85F. Since cuttings root easily, it's a good idea to periodically replace old plants. Cold air, especially in winter, may cause some leaf drop. Do a bit of judicious pruning in spring to induce new growth. Native to South America. USDA zones 10 - 11. Urticaceae

 
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Pilea spruceana Silver Tree Pilea spruceana 'Silver Tree'
Code: 90345
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Silver Tree Pilea

This pilea has a narrow, serrated, chocolate colored leaf with a broad silver band running down its center. It has a compact, upright habit to 10 inches high and wide. Flowers are inconspicuous. Although it likes terrarium conditions, it might be a bit large for such usage. Ideal in a mixed planting of house plants, such as with fancy leaf begonias, thus creating a nice contrast. Also, use it in its own hanging basket. Indoors give it bright conditions and humidity and let the soil dry slightly between watering. It does not like waterlogged soil, so do not use too large a pot, smaller is better. Needs part to full shade outdoors in mild climates. Minimum temperature should be 50F, with the ideal range from 65F to 85F. Since cuttings root easily, it's a good idea to periodically replace old plants. Cold air, especially in winter, may cause some leaf drop. Do a bit of judicious pruning in spring to induce new growth. Native to Peru and Venezuela. USDA zones 10 - 11. Urticaceae

 
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Pisonia grandis Alba Pisonia grandis 'Alba'
Code: 90336
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(Syn.: Pisonia alba), Moonlight Tree, Lettuce Tree

This small evergreen tree is grown for its foliage. Its canopy of luminous, pale yellow-green leaves creates a stunning effect in a tropical garden against a backdrop of dark foliage. Best color develops in full sun or bright shade. It prefers sandy soil and is resistant to salt spray. However, it cannot take any cold weather. It's strictly a tropical plant, only suitable for southern Florida, the Caribbean, Hawaii or in a warm greenhouse. Grows rapidly to 15 feet. The small inconspicuous flowers seldom appear. In the Pacific, its leaves are eaten like spinach. Native to Indian Ocean, South Pacific islands. USDA zones 11 - 12. Nyctaginaceae

 
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Plectranthus barbatus var. grandis
Code: 65301
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(Syn.: Solenostemon shirensis)

Perennial from tropical East Africa, 6 foot high with 5 inch hairy leaves. Blooms with foot long clusters of ¼th inch mauve flowers. Part shade, moisture. Lamiaceae

 
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Plectranthus barbatus var grandis White Rhino Plectranthus barbatus var. grandis 'White Rhino'
Code: 65302
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(Syn.: Solenostemon shirensis 'Variegata')

Rare variegated form of Plectranthus barbatus var. grandis. Lime green leaf with darker center veins and cream margin. Lamiaceae

 
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Plectranthus ecklonii - Purple Plectranthus ecklonii 'Purple'
Code: 90199
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(Probably variety 'Medley Wood'), Large Spur-Flower Bush, Cape Lilac

Attractive bold perennial with large deep glowing bluish-purple flower spikes in autumn. This slightly woody evergreen shrub with large deep green leave grows fast to 6 feet high. Can be cut back after flowering or in late spring to control height. Ideal for background mass plantings. Does best in part shade, tolerating full sun in coastal areas. Frost tender. USDA zones 9 - 11. Native to South Africa. Lamiaceae

 
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Plectranthus ecklonii Erma - Pink Plectranthus ecklonii 'Erma'
Code: 90198
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Pink Large Spur-Flower Bush

Attractive bold perennial with large pink flower spikes in autumn. This slightly woody evergreen shrub with large deep green leave grows fast 5 to 7 feet high. Can be cut back after flowering or in late spring to control height. Ideal for background mass plantings. Does best in part shade, tolerating full sun in coastal areas. Frost tender. USDA zones 9 - 11. Native to South Africa. Lamiaceae

 
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Plectranthus ecklonii Tommy - White Plectranthus ecklonii 'Tommy'
Code: 90200
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White Large Spur-Flower Bush

Fast growing, shrubby perennial for shade, related to coleus. Abundant, many-branched spikes of tiny, white flowers late summer to fall. This slightly woody evergreen shrub, with large deep green heart-shaped leaves, grows fast to 6 feet high. Can be cut back after flowering or in late spring to control height. Ideal for background mass plantings. Does best in part shade, tolerating full sun in coastal areas. Frost tender. USDA zones 9 - 11. Native to South Africa. Lamiaceae

 
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Plectranthus ernestii Plectranthus ernestii
Code: 62205
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Bonsai Mint

Small felted leaves with mauve flowers and distinctive caudex. Makes interesting bonsai. South Africa. Lamiaceae

 
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Plectranthus forsteri Green on Green Plectranthus forsteri 'Green on Green'
Code: 62206
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Furry green rippled leaves with margin of lime green. So. Pacific. Lamiaceae

 
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Plectranthus neochilus Dwarf Variegated Plectranthus neochilus 'Dwarf Variegated'
Code: 80090
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Fuzzy Wuzzy Plectranthus

Dwarf form with small leaves of various shades of green with white feathered edges. A new find for the indoor and outdoor variegated foliage lover. Use it in patio pots, window boxes, hanging baskets, or as a small ground cover in partial shade. Lamiaceae

 
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Plectranthus spicatus Plectranthus spicatus
Code: 90665
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Spike Spurflower, Lavender Plectranthus

This is a succulent plectranthus with small bright green, serrated leaves. It has a long bloom period of narrow 12 inch spikes of lavender blue flowers. In nature, it is found growing in full sun in hot dry rocky ground inland of Durban, South Africa. In gardens there, it is used as a vigorous ground cover and has been found suitable as a green roof plant. It's a tough groundcover that prefers dry conditions and grows in both sun or semi-shade. The shallow root system makes it ideal for shallow dry soil. Try it as a succulent groundcover for rockeries, slopes, or planted around Aloes or other large succulents. However be cautious, as it grows rapidly and might smother less vigorous smaller plants and can be damaged by the lightest frost. It does make an excellent potted plant where it has a more compact habit. Lamiaceae

 
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Plumbago auriculata Alba Plumbago auriculata 'Alba'
Code: 62157
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Same as blue form but with pure white flowers. South Africa. Plumbaginaceae

 
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Plumbago auriculata Royal Plumbago auriculata 'Royal'
Code: 62156
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Blue Cape Plumbago

Clusters of blue flowers throughout the year, small leaves, scandent stems. South Africa. 25F. Plumbaginaceae

 
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Plumbago indica Plumbago indica
Code: 62158
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(Syn.: Plumbago coccinea), Crimson Leadwort

A superior selection of this species, with 4 inch wavy dark green leaves, a compact growth habit, and 12 inch spikes of bright scarlet flowers which put on a real show for many months. Spectacular in bloom. S. E. Asia. 35F. Plumbaginaceae

 
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Plumeria pudica Plumeria pudica
Code: 80182
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Bridal Bouquet, Fiddle Leaf Plumeria

This species of plumeria has large 3 inch bright white flowers and unique fiddle-shaped leaves. A semi-deciduous shrub or small tree. The scentless flowers have a long blooming period. Fast growing, easy to grow. A great patio plant. Native to Columbia and Venezuela, and is commonly planted throughout the Caribbean. Apocynaceae

 
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