Park Seed Florific New Guinea Impatiens
Best low maintenance floral choice for shaded garden landscapes.
A reliable, shade-loving choice that delivers dense, uniform color without the need for pinching. These plants offer exceptional disease resistance and a compact habit, making them perfect for filling containers or edging garden paths with vibrant, long-lasting blooms.
$9.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking reliable, uniform color for shaded flower beds
- Homeowners looking for hardy alternatives to traditional impatiens
- Urban gardeners with limited space or patio containers
Who should skip it
- Busy individuals who cannot commit to a daily watering schedule
- Landscapers working with south-facing gardens lacking natural shade
- Beginner growers who prefer fast-growing or easy-to-start seeds
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Downy mildew resistance significantly reduces the risk of common crop failure.
Maintenance Ease
Self-branching habit eliminates the tedious need for regular pinching or pruning.
Bloom Consistency
Uniform growth patterns ensure a predictable, tidy look for garden borders.
Shade Tolerance
Thrives in low-light conditions where most flowering plants struggle to bloom.
Season Duration
Provides reliable, vibrant color from early summer straight through to autumn.
Germination Reliability
Requires patience, as the 90-day maturity window demands careful early care.
Key Specs
Plant Type
New Guinea Impatiens
Botanical Name
Impatiens hawkeri
Mature Height
12 inches
Mature Width
12 inches
Sunlight Exposure
Part Shade, Shade
Hardiness Zones
10-11
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Soil Tolerance
Normal, loamy
Disease Resistant
Yes (Downy mildew resistant)
Seed Count
15 seeds per pack
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