SunPatiens Compact Pink Candy
Best low-maintenance annual for gardeners seeking vibrant, heat-tolerant container color.
These plants are the ultimate low-maintenance workhorses for anyone tired of finicky annuals. While you sacrifice the delicate, shade-only nature of traditional impatiens, you gain a heat-loving, mildew-resistant powerhouse that thrives in full sun and keeps your containers looking vibrant from spring through frost.
$29.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners needing flexible plants for sun or shade
- Homeowners seeking disease-resistant alternatives to traditional impatiens
- Busy gardeners wanting tidy, low-maintenance container displays
Who should skip it
- Gardeners unable to commit to a daily watering schedule
- Budget-conscious landscapers planning large-scale garden installations
- Gardeners looking for perennial plants that return every year
Performance breakdown
Environmental Resilience
Thrives effortlessly through intense heat, humidity, and dry spells.
Bloom Longevity
Provides consistent, vibrant color from spring through the first frost.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal effort to maintain its tidy, mounding shape.
Light Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to environments ranging from full sun to partial shade.
Disease Resistance
Maintains healthy, lush foliage without the common threat of mildew.
Container Suitability
Compact growth habit makes it a perfect fit for decorative pots.
Key Specs
Life Cycle
Annual
Watering Needs
Moderate
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance Level
No Fragrance
Growth Habit
Mounding
Mature Height
16 inches
Mature Width
2 Feet
Pest Resistant
No
Deer Resistant
No
Know before you buy
Still have a question?
Ask Metto anything about the SunPatiens Compact Pink Candy before you decide.