Overview
Impatiens apalophylla is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens apalophylla 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 apalophylla is a bushy, compact cultivar of the Impatiens genus, known for its fleshy stems and simple, toothed leaves. This plant thrives in full shade, preferring a north-facing, sheltered aspect with moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is suitable for use in bedding, containers, hanging baskets, or as groundcover. Impatiens apalophylla flowers in summer and autumn, adding interest during these seasons when grown in moist, humus-rich soil under shaded or partially shaded conditions.
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 apalophylla 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 apalophylla
- 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 apalophylla?
Impatiens apalophylla prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Impatiens apalophylla need?
Impatiens apalophylla grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Impatiens apalophylla hardy in the UK?
Impatiens apalophylla 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 apalophylla?
Seed sowing, stem cuttings.
More in the Impatiens genus
- Impatiens 'Samba'
- Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua')
- Impatiens Jose ('Kijos')
- Impatiens 'Balfusimglo'
- Impatiens 'Blues' (NG)
- Impatiens 'Celebrette Scarlet' (Celebrette Series) (NG)
- Impatiens 'Duepetorstar' (NG)
- Impatiens 'Fidimpmaxwhi' (NG)