Impatiens sp. (Garden Balsam)

Impatiens sp., Garden Balsam, Touch-me-not, Jewel Weed

Botanical name: Impatiens sp.

Common names: Garden Balsam, Touch-me-not, Jewel Weed

Family: Balsaminaceae

Origin: Tropics of Asia and Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunRegular waterYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowers

Impatiens is one of the best known and most popular garden plants for its prolific flowers and ease in growing. It is an evergreen perennial but is often grown as an annual in nontropical climates. Most varieties form low mounds that are usually 8-24in in height with about equal spread.

Likes moist, but well drained, fertile soil.

Propagation: Seed or cuttings in warm weather.


Similar plants: Impatiens sp. (Garden Balsam)




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