Impatiens hawkeri 'Rainforest Exotic'
New Guinea Impatiens
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New Guinea Impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri 'Rainforest Exotic') - Description
Dazzling displays of extra large flowers against handsome foliage. Excellent for containers. 25 seeds per packet. Rainforest Exotic Mix. Extra-large 3" flowers come in red, salmon, fuchsia, or pink, plus bicolors. Bold foliage ranges from bronze and reddish two-tones to pure green. Vigorous, compact plants are great in containers or beds. At least six distinct flower/foliage combinations in each mix. Ht. 15". Burpee Exclusive. Sun, Partial sun, Annual.
New Guinea Impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri 'Rainforest Exotic') - Blooming
Spurred, asymmetrical flowers. Five petals, but lower petals on each flower are fused. These ornamental flowers come in a wide range of colors, usually warm, but sometimes even lavender or violet.
New Guinea Impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri 'Rainforest Exotic') - Growth
Annuals, perennials and subshrubs with brittle, succulent stems and fleshy leaves. Seeds are contained in an explosive capsule that flings seeds in all directions when touched. Visited by hummingbirds.
New Guinea Impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri 'Rainforest Exotic') - Planting
Sow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost, germination in 2-3 weeks at 70-75°F (21-24°C). Just press seeds into soil surface. Water only from below and keep humid by covering with plastic. Do not set in sun when covered. Transplant when nighttime temperatures are over 50°F (21-24°C). Perennials are easy to propagate by cuttings taken in spring or summer.
New Guinea Impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri 'Rainforest Exotic') - Pest
Impatiens are susceptible to spider mites, snails, and slugs. If these pests do any damage to the plant, simply prune the damaged area.
New Guinea Impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri 'Rainforest Exotic') - Interesting facts
The names Impatiens and Touch-Me-Not refer to the seed pods' explosive and abrupt opening of the fruit when touched. I. capensis, commonly known as Jewelweed, is a folk remedy for poison ivy, but there is no scientific proof of its effectiveness.
New Guinea Impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri 'Rainforest Exotic') - Soil and irrigation
Evenly moist, well-drained soil. The stems will wilt when they do not receive enough water. When grown in containers or under trees, they will need more water than usual.
