Overview
Impatiens balsamina Tom Thumb Series is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens balsamina Tom Thumb Series 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 balsamina Tom Thumb Series is a bushy, compact cultivar of the Impatiens genus, which comprises annuals or evergreen perennials with fleshy stems and simple, serrated leaves. This cultivar features fleshy, simple, toothed foliage and thrives in full shade, particularly in north-facing, sheltered locations. 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 during summer and 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 balsamina Tom Thumb Series 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 balsamina Tom Thumb Series
- 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 balsamina Tom Thumb Series?
Impatiens balsamina Tom Thumb Series prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Impatiens balsamina Tom Thumb Series need?
Impatiens balsamina Tom Thumb Series grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Impatiens balsamina Tom Thumb Series hardy in the UK?
Impatiens balsamina Tom Thumb Series 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 balsamina Tom Thumb Series?
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)