Botanical Name: Pentas lanceolata ‘Graffiti® Maxi Mix’

Common Name: Pentas, Egyptian Star Flower

Hardiness Zone: Grown as an Annual in Most Climates (Perennial in USDA Zones 10–11)

Size: 24–30" Tall × 24–30" Spread

Growth Habit: Upright, Vigorous, Well-Branched Habit

Sunlight: Full Sun

Soil: Well-Drained Soil; Adapts to Average Garden Conditions

Water Needs: Moderate; Drought Tolerant Once Established

Bloom Season: Late Spring through Frost

Fertilizer: Light, Regular Feeding for Best Bloom

Features: Extra-Large Flower Clusters in Red, Pink, Lavender & White, Exceptional Heat Tolerance, Strong Stems, Pollinator Magnet

Uses: Annual Beds, Large Containers, Borders, Pollinator Gardens, Mass Plantings

Patent: ✔ Patented

Propagation: ❌ Propagation Prohibited Without License

See our complete Pentas Growth & Care Guide for full care details.

More About Pentas ‘Graffiti® Maxi Mix’

Pentas ‘Graffiti® Maxi Mix’ is prized for its vigorous growth, large flower clusters, and vibrant mix of colors that bring nonstop energy to Summer gardens. The star-shaped blooms appear in shades of red, pink, lavender, rose, and white, creating a bright, multi-colored display that remains attractive from late Spring until frost. The larger flower heads and strong branching habit give this variety exceptional garden presence, making it easy to spot even from across the landscape.

Part of the well-known Graffiti® series, ‘Maxi Mix’ was bred to offer improved vigor, increased flower size, and outstanding performance in hot, humid conditions. Plants develop into full, rounded mounds that work beautifully in landscape beds, pollinator gardens, and large containers where their bold color can be fully appreciated. The combination of continuous flowering and reliable growth makes it one of the most impactful Pentas mixes available.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Graffiti® Maxi Mix’ has consistently excelled during the hottest months of the growing season. The plants remain well-branched, maintain strong structure, and continue producing fresh flower clusters even during periods of prolonged heat and humidity when many annuals begin to decline. Its vigor allows it to fill garden spaces quickly while maintaining a clean, attractive appearance throughout the season.

We especially appreciate its value as a pollinator plant. The nectar-rich flowers attract butterflies, hummingbirds, honeybees, bumblebees, and a variety of native pollinators on a daily basis. For gardeners seeking dependable Summer color, strong landscape performance, and excellent wildlife appeal, ‘Graffiti® Maxi Mix’ is one of the best Pentas selections we grow.

Graffiti® Maxi Mix vs. Other Pentas Varieties

Graffiti® Maxi Mix delivers a noticeably larger and more commanding presence in the garden compared to Pentas Lucky Star® Mix. It grows both taller and wider, with bigger, fuller flower clusters that create a stronger visual impact in the landscape. While Lucky Star® is better suited for smaller spaces and tighter containers where a more compact habit is preferred, Graffiti® Maxi truly shines in garden beds, mass plantings, and large containers where scale and performance matter. For gardeners looking for a bold, heat-loving annual that offers maximum size, nonstop flowering, and exceptional pollinator appeal, Pentas ‘Graffiti® Maxi Mix’ is an outstanding choice.