Impatiens balsamina 'Peppermint Stick'

Also Known As

Balsamine
Jumping Betty
Lady Slipper
Peppermint Stick Balsam
Peppermint Stick Camellia Flowered Balsam
Touch-Me-Not

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 24"-30"
W: 18"

planting zones

1-12

Impatiens balsamina 'Peppermint Stick' plant details

Impatiens balsamina 'Peppermint Stick' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Impatiens balsamina 'Peppermint Stick'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: balsaminaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: red and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, heirloom, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Impatiens balsamina 'Peppermint Stick'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This heirloom almost slipped into obscurity, once a constant in seed catalogs of the Victorian age when doubled forms called Camellia flowered were prized. ‘Peppermint Stick’ has spotted and striped ruffled flowers in bright white and candy apple red that bloom in summer. Moist, organic, well-drained soil. Heat lover.