Impatiens Seeds

Impatiens are one of the most popular shade-loving annuals, admired for their vibrant and abundant blooms that brighten up gardens, borders, and containers. These easy-to-grow plants provide continuous color throughout the warm months and are perfect for adding charm to shaded areas where few flowers thrive. With their wide range of colors and compact growth habit, Impatiens bring a cheerful and elegant look to both home gardens and landscapes.

Features:

• Produces bright and colorful blooms in shades of red, pink, white, purple, and orange.

• Excellent for shaded and partially shaded areas.

• Long-lasting blooms from spring through fall.

• Compact, bushy growth ideal for borders, flowerbeds, and containers.

• Low maintenance and fast growing.

• Attracts butterflies and adds instant garden appeal.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Impatiens walleriana

• Common Name (US): Impatiens

• Plant Type: Annual

• Bloom Color: Mixed (red, pink, purple, white, orange)

• Bloom Size: 1–2 inches

• Plant Height: 8–12 inches (20–30 cm)

• Sunlight Requirement: Partial shade to full shade

• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter

• Watering: Regular watering; keep soil evenly moist

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Days to Bloom: 60–70 days from sowing

• Sowing Method: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost or sow outdoors after danger of frost has passed

• Spacing: 8–10 inches apart

• Growing Season: Spring to Fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–11 (grown as annual in all zones)

• Best Planting Months (by Zone):

  • Zones 2–5: May to June

  • Zones 6–9: April to May

  • Zones 10–11: February to March

• Use: Borders, shaded flowerbeds, hanging baskets, patio containers, and garden edges