Impatiens walleriana 'Wild Thing'
Busy Lizzie
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Busy Lizzie (Impatiens walleriana 'Wild Thing') - Description
When the blooms open, they are deep magenta strongly brushed with orange in the centers. As the blossoms mature, the colors shift to paler tones of burgundy, salmon and dusty rose. A superb choice for containers and beds. Plant in partial to full shade in rich, well-drained soil. Compact 8" tall plants never need pinching and can be spaced 9" apart in the garden, closer in containers. Burpee Exclusive.
Busy Lizzie (Impatiens walleriana 'Wild Thing') - 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.
Busy Lizzie (Impatiens walleriana 'Wild Thing') - 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.
Busy Lizzie (Impatiens walleriana 'Wild Thing') - 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.
Busy Lizzie (Impatiens walleriana 'Wild Thing') - Pest
Impatiens are susceptible to spider mites, snails, and slugs. If these pests do any damage to the plant, simply prune the damaged area.
Busy Lizzie (Impatiens walleriana 'Wild Thing') - 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.
Busy Lizzie (Impatiens walleriana 'Wild Thing') - 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.
