How to plant Impatiens

How to grow Impatiens at home

sowing

Sowing is carried out from March to September, with April being the most suitable time. This way, it will bloom in early to mid-June, and the flowering period can last for more than two months. It is early May now, and there is still time for flower lovers who want to plant flowers!

Seedling cultivation

Sow the seeds on the culture soil and lightly cover them with about 0.3 cm of soil. They will germinate after 5 to 6 days. When they have 3 to 4 true leaves, they can be planted in pots with a spacing of 30 cm between plants.

illumination

Impatiens likes light and can be placed on a sunny balcony for maintenance. Avoid exposure to the sun in summer.

Water and fertilizer management

Watering: Water once every 2 days in hot weather, and once every 4-6 days on normal days.

Fertilization: Impatiens has low nutrient requirements and can grow well even in poor soil. However, if you want the flowers to bloom brilliantly and beautifully, you can apply some fertilizer. Apply liquid fertilizer once a month, or once every two months.

Flowering period

The flowering period of Impatiens will vary depending on the sowing time. If sowing is done in late April or early May, the flowers will bloom in July; if sowing is done in July, the flowers will bloom in September. Frequent fertilization can increase flower buds and extend the flowering period.

Matters Needing Attention in Raising Impatiens

Fertilization

Fertilizer for Impatiens should only be placed in the potting soil and not near the roots or stems of the plant, as this may easily burn the roots.

Pests and diseases

The roots, stems and leaves of Impatiens are susceptible to diseases, pests and insects, so they should be checked in a timely manner.

Common diseases: powdery mildew, brown spot, damping-off, ring rot, etc.

Common pests: root-knot nematodes, hawk moths