Overview
Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua') is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua') grows best in full shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include bedding plants, containers, hanging baskets and groundcover.
About
Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua') is a bushy, compact cultivar of the Impatiens genus, which includes annuals or evergreen perennials with fleshy stems and simple, serrated leaves. This cultivar features fleshy, simple, toothed foliage and thrives in full shade, particularly on north-facing, sheltered sites. It prefers moist but well-drained, neutral loam soil and is hardy to UK zone H3. Suitable for bedding, containers, hanging baskets, and groundcover, it is best grown in moist, humus-rich soil and requires consistent watering to prevent wilting. Its season of interest spans spring through autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Impatiens
- Sunlight
- Full shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua') size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial, Bedding
- Habit
- Bushy, compact
- Foliage
- Fleshy, simple, toothed leaves
- Suggested uses
- Bedding plants, containers, hanging baskets, groundcover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua')
- Propagation
- Seed sowing, stem cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to downy mildew, aphids, whiteflies
- Disease resistance
- Downy mildew-resistant varieties available
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua')?
Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua') prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua') need?
Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua') grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua') hardy in the UK?
Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua') has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua')?
Seed sowing, stem cuttings.
More in the Impatiens genus
- Impatiens 'Samba'
- Impatiens Jose ('Kijos')
- Impatiens 'Balfusimglo'
- Impatiens 'Blues' (NG)
- Impatiens 'Celebrette Scarlet' (Celebrette Series) (NG)
- Impatiens 'Duepetorstar' (NG)
- Impatiens 'Fidimpmaxwhi' (NG)
- Impatiens 'Fidimppi' (NG)