Impatiens balsamina 'Balsam Mix'
Rose Balsam Impatiens
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Rose Balsam Impatiens (Impatiens balsamina 'Balsam Mix') - Description
HEIRLOOM. Discovered in southeast Asia, balsam was a favorite old- fashioned flower by 1900. (Today's impatiens, a shade-loving hybrid of African species, was virtually unknown in gardens until after World War II.) Balsam is best in full sun to half shade. It sprouts in only 4-5 days and flowers early, getting 12-24" tall. The narrow plants hold their blooms close to the central stem. Victorian gardeners removed some leaves to better display the flowers. Perfection Pink. Camellia-shaped blooms 2" across in bright pink.
Rose Balsam Impatiens (Impatiens balsamina 'Balsam Mix') - 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.
Rose Balsam Impatiens (Impatiens balsamina 'Balsam Mix') - 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.
Rose Balsam Impatiens (Impatiens balsamina 'Balsam Mix') - 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.
Rose Balsam Impatiens (Impatiens balsamina 'Balsam Mix') - Pest
Impatiens are susceptible to spider mites, snails, and slugs. If these pests do any damage to the plant, simply prune the damaged area.
Rose Balsam Impatiens (Impatiens balsamina 'Balsam Mix') - 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.
Rose Balsam Impatiens (Impatiens balsamina 'Balsam Mix') - 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.
