Impatiens
Impatiens wallerana
Annual

 

Planting Zones:
 

Zones Vary

Exposure: 

Full Sun - Winter
1/2 Sun 1/2 Shade - Summer

Water: 

Regular

Description: 

Usually grown as an annual everywhere, this is one of the best bedding plants for shade. Rapid, vigorous growth; tall types to about 2 ft. high, dwarf kinds 6–12 in. high. Narrow, glossy dark green, 1 to 3-in.-long leaves grow from juicy, pale green stems. Flowers are 1 to 2 in. wide, come in all colors but yellow and true blue. All types are useful for many months of bright color in partial or full shade. Grow plants from seed or cuttings; or buy them in cell-packs or pots.

Atwater FFA Plant Sale Information:

  -  $1 / four inch container