New Guinea Impatiens
New Guinea Impatiens
Impatiens hawkeri
Size: 12 - 15 inches tall and wide
Lighting requirements: Part sun to shade (some say full sun, but I've seen them burn)
Seasonal interest: Blooms spring through fall
Winter: Some are damaged at 36 degrees and most die at 32 degrees
These guys really do brighten up a shaded area! The lighter colors show up a bit better (red seems to fade into the background). The bright orange one was very impressive in my heavily shaded areas.Â
Unfortunately, the deer absolutely love them.