Size: #4.5
Description: Often called sunshine Impatiens because they tolerate more sun than regular impatiens, New Guinea Impatiens are sturdy and offer bright colors with multi-colored leaves. As compact, mounding plants, they are covered with blossoms from late spring to early fall.
Spacing: Plant 16″ to 18″ apart.
Height: Grows 12″ to 18″ tall.
How To Grow: Plant in part sun to full shade
Outstanding Features: New Guinea Impatiens thrive in the heat.
Tips: New Guinea Impatiens perform well in both sun or shade. Where summers are hot and humid, plant in full sun with adequate water. In hot dry summer areas, plant in partial shade to full shade.
Uses: Garden Bed, Containers, Landscapes
Picture © 2001 Ball Horticultural Company
