(Impatiens walleriana)

This half hardy annual is a standard for summer shade gardens. The thick, decorative foliage is covered with a profusion of blooms. Flowers come in a wide range of bright colors. Impatiens enjoy infrequent feeding with a balanced fertilizer. Let the soil dry out just a bit between waterings to encourage compact growth and profuse flowering. Start seeds indoors six to eight weeks before the last frost. The plant makes an attractive hanging basket.

• Type
  annual
• Propagation
  seeds and stem cuttings
• Light
  full or partial shade
• Flower Color
  various
• Bloom Time
  early spring until frost
• Height
  9-21 Inches
• Width
  12-18 inches
• Soil Requirements
  neutral pH, well drained, rich soil
• Zones
  1-11
• Uses
  Shade, Ornamental, Mixed Bed, Border, Hanging Basket