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    Impatiens capensis

    Also Known As

    • Jewel Weed
    • Lady's Earrings

    Plant type

    annual / biennial

    size

    • H: 3'
    • W: 2'

    planting zones

    • 1-11

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    Impatiens capensis plant details

    Impatiens capensis is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Impatiens capensis

    Plant type: annual / biennial
    Plant family: balsaminaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT tall
    Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer
    Uses: long-blooming, native plant, self-sowing, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Impatiens capensis

    USDA Zones: 1 - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Soil needs: rich

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Another fun impatiens species that grows wild in the Mid-West. This one grows around 3' tall and bears lovely golden-orange, red spotted dancing touch-me-not flowers on long stems. Bright shade to morning

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Impatiens capensis plant

    How to Grow Impatiens capensis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • orange
      • yellow

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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