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Impatiens growing guide

A shade-tolerant flowering annual or tender perennial grown for continuous colourful blooms. It performs best with steady moisture and protection from intense afternoon sun.

7-14 daysGermination
VariesHarvest
25 cmSpacing
0.1 cmSow depth
PartSun
TenderFrost
3 cm/weekWater
6-6.5pH

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Botanical reference

Compare the whole plant first, then check the leaf, flower and harvest detail to identify what Impatiens should look like as it grows.

Impatiens whole plant

Whole plant

Overall shape, height, branching and growth habit.

Impatiens leaf detail

Leaf detail

Leaf shape, edges, colour and vein pattern.

Impatiens flower detail

Flower detail

Flower colour, structure and where blooms appear.

Impatiens harvest / detail

Harvest / detail

Fruit, root, seed, pod or the strongest identifying feature.

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Growing note

Keep plants evenly moist and give good airflow. In hot climates, morning sun with afternoon shade is preferable to exposed full sun.

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