Impatiens X 'New Guinea'

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Impatiens, New Guinea

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

These small plants will grow less than 1' tall and have medium sized foliage in a variety of colors. Beautiful flowers in multiple colors bloom in summer and fall.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Annual

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

Blue, Lavender, Pink, Purple, Red, White

 

Flower Season

Summer, Fall, Constant

 

Leaf Color

Bronze, Green, Dark Green, Red, Yellow, Variegated

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Shade

 

Water

High, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Spanish, Tropical, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Entry, Indoor, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways

 

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces, Hanging Baskets

 

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.