True annuals, the self-branching impatiens in the Balsam Camellia Flowered Mix offer summer interest, blooming until the first frost in most regions. Large, camellia-like double flowers in rose, salmon, scarlet, violet, and white nestle among large leaves.
Key Features:
- Flower Variety: Diverse colors and impressive blooms, adding vibrancy to summer gardens.
- Bloom Time: Continuous blooming from spring to fall until the first frost.
- Leaf Description: Lance-shaped, serrated, and light green, enhancing the garden’s green palette.
Enhancing Your Garden:
Garden balsams, also known as rose balsams, bring a tropical touch to your summer garden. These low-maintenance plants have an open, erect, and upright habit, making them perfect for both gardens and containers.
Growing Conditions:
They thrive in:
- Sunlight: Full sun to part shade.
- Soil: Organically rich, evenly moist, and well-drained.
- Climate: Grow well in both garden beds and containers.
- Seeding: May self-seed in warmer climates, so consider naturalizing or deadheading.
Planting and Care:
- Indoor Start: Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost date.
- Outdoor Transition: Transplant when all frost danger has passed.
By incorporating the Balsam Camellia Flowered Mix into your garden, you’ll enjoy a vibrant and thriving display that enhances your outdoor space all season long.