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Tropical Shades Double Impatiens

Impatiens walleriana

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Overview

The Tropical Shades Double Impatiens, or Impatiens walleriana 'Tropical Shades', is a mounded annual with double, rosebud-like blooms in peachy pink to deep orange over green foliage. It grows 10-20 inches tall and spreads 12-24 inches. Best in part shade to shade with average moisture and fertile, well-drained soil, it blooms from planting to frost without deadheading. Hardy in USDA Zones 10a-11b.

Water Medium
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — or Impatiens walleriana 'Tropical Shades'
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — while container plantings benefit from regular fertilization; rosebud-like blooms in peachy pink toTropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — rosebud-like blooms in peachy pink to deep orange over green foliageTropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — commonly referred to as Tropical Shades Double ImpatiensTropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — Gardeners often note its dependable performance in partial shade; and shaded landscape beds whereTropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — rosebud-like blooms in peachy pink to deep orange over green foliage; gardeners often note itsTropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — It is refreshingly easy to maintain: deadheading is not necessary+81

Culture

Water
Medium

Shape & size

Mature height
0.8333333–1.6666666 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family
Balsaminaceae

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Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — or Impatiens walleriana 'Tropical Shades'
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — while container plantings benefit from regular fertilization; rosebud-like blooms in peachy pink to
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — rosebud-like blooms in peachy pink to deep orange over green foliage
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — commonly referred to as Tropical Shades Double Impatiens
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — Gardeners often note its dependable performance in partial shade; and shaded landscape beds where
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — rosebud-like blooms in peachy pink to deep orange over green foliage; gardeners often note its
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — It is refreshingly easy to maintain: deadheading is not necessary
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — Hardy in USDA Zones 10a-11b; forming a rounded cushion of continuous color
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — A light feeding or compost-enriched bed will support steady bloom; pair it with white impatiens for a
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — The color range is part of its charm: blossoms may open in peachy pink; use it as a soft filler in
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — well-drained soil that is not allowed to dry excessively; it blooms from planting to frost without
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — is a luminous annual from the Proven Winners® collection; mounded form also suits entry pots
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — pair it with white impatiens for a crisp; orange and pink flowers in the garden
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — Its fully double blooms gather in generous clusters over fresh green foliage; mounded effect from
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — Use it as a soft filler in shaded containers; if plants become taller than desired
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — or mass it along borders for a romantic sweep of warm-toned flowers
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — or Impatiens walleriana 'Tropical Shades'; it grows 10-20 inches tall and spreads 12-24, image 63
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — Best in part shade to shade with average moisture and fertile
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — commonly referred to as Tropical Shades Double Impatiens; a light feeding or compost-enriched bed
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — orange and pink flowers in the garden; or mass it along borders for a romantic sweep of warm-toned
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — Best in part shade to shade with average moisture and fertile; or Impatiens walleriana 'Tropical
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — Its fully double blooms gather in generous clusters over fresh green foliage
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — Use it as a soft filler in shaded containers
Tropical Shades Double Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) — It grows 10-20 inches tall and spreads 12-24 inches; they can be lightly pruned to encourage

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