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Pre-1870 heirloom. Native to India and Southeast Asia, Balsam Impatiens made their way into American colonial gardens via Europe. Produces showy pink, red, salmon, purple or white camellia-like flowers on 2-2.5’ tall plants. They bloom all season until frost, grow best in sun to part sun, and are drought tolerant. A must for fans of Victorian gardens. Reseeds readily.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Impatiens balsamina |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 7 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 14 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | Surface Sow; press seeds gently into the soil to make good contact, but do not cover with any additional soil; these seeds require light to germinate |
| When to Sow | Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 12-15 in. (30-38 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Sun to Partial Shade |
| Danger | N/A |
| Bloom Color | Pale Pink, Pink, Purple, Rose/Mauve, Violet/Lavender, White/Near White |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring/Early Summer, Late Summer/Early Fall, Mid-Summer |
| Foliage | Smooth-Textured |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater, This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry, Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |
| Seeds Per Pack | 50 |
