Impatiens hawkerii (Divineā„¢ New Guinea impatiens, Burgundy, Blue Pearl, Scarlet Bronze Leaf, White Blush)


Botanical Information

FamilyBalsaminaceae
GenusImpatiens
Specieshawkerii
Tradmarked NameDivine™
CategoryAnnuals
OriginPanAmerican Seed.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone10 - 12
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH3 - H1b
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-1 - 16
Temperature (°F)30 - 60
Height25 - 36 cm
Spread30 - 36 cm
Flowering PeriodMay, June, July, August, September, October

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA well branched, free blooming plant with large petals that is available in a wide variety of colours.
PropagationMay be propagated through cuttings.
CultivationGrow in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade (although full shade is tolerated).
PestsNo serious pest or disease problems, and is reported to be particularly resistant to downy mildew.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionLeaves range from green to bronze-green, with 3-7 oval to elliptic leaflets.
Flower DescriptionFlowers come in a wide variety of colours, including white, pink, orange, red, violet, and purple, and are flattened with 5 petals.

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