New Guinea impatiens
Impatiens hawkeri · Touch-me-nots · Balsam family
Also known as: New Guinea Busy Lizzie
Easy25–50cmPet-friendly
New Guinea impatiens care at a glance
New Guinea impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 18–24 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Ideal temperature
- 18–24 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Weather on New Guinea impatiens
Possible pests on New Guinea impatiens include Spider mites, Thrips and Aphids. Possible diseases include Grey mould and Impatiens downy mildew. New Guinea impatiens is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Spider mites Medium
- Thrips Medium
- Aphids Low
Disease
- Impatiens downy mildew Low
- Grey mould Medium
Weather
- Frost damage High
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Frequently asked questions about New Guinea impatiens
- Which pests affect New Guinea impatiens?
- Possible pests on New Guinea impatiens include Spider mites, Thrips and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect New Guinea impatiens?
- Possible diseases include Grey mould and Impatiens downy mildew.
- Is New Guinea impatiens toxic to cats and dogs?
- New Guinea impatiens is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does New Guinea impatiens need?
- New Guinea impatiens has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does New Guinea impatiens need?
- New Guinea impatiens prefers to grow in partial shade. Around 4 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is New Guinea impatiens frost-hardy?
- New Guinea impatiens is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 5 °C.