Star Flower

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Light:
full sun is where she thrives. the more direct sunlight she gets, the more she blooms. a sunny balcony is perfect.
Water:
water daily in Cairo's summer heat, preferably in the early morning. she likes consistent moisture but make sure the box has drainage so she's never sitting in water.
Feeding:
fertilize every 2 to 3 weeks during spring and summer to keep the blooms coming. add Plant Food to your watering can when you top up, it makes a visible difference in how many flowers she pushes.

the Pentas is actually named after Egypt. the name comes from the Greek word for five, referring to the five petals on each tiny star flower, but the plant itself is deeply associated with Egyptian gardens and has been grown across North Africa for centuries. she's been thriving in this climate long before she became a popular balcony plant everywhere else.

Pentas lanceolata

Balcony