Impatiens irvingii

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'
W: 2'

planting zones

9b-11

Impatiens irvingii plant details

Impatiens irvingii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Impatiens irvingii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: balsaminaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Impatiens irvingii

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Vibrant pink blooms are produced in abudnance from early Summer through frost on this little known species Impatiens. Grows to 2' tall, & slightly wider, with lax stems that root along the nodes where they tough the damp ground. The blooms are almost 2” across, with a peculiar fuzzy spur. Leaves are deep green, & compliment the cherry red & slightly pubescent stems. Common throughout Central Africa. Can easily be grown as a garden plant provided you protect it from frost, & in a space without too much root competition! Rich soil is definitely best.