Impatiens Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') (Big Bounce Series) — Bushy, compact

Overview

Impatiens Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') (Big Bounce Series) is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') (Big Bounce 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 Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') is a bushy, compact cultivar of the Impatiens genus, known for its fleshy stems and simple, toothed leaves. This plant thrives in moist but well-drained, neutral loam soil and prefers full shade, making it suitable for north-facing, sheltered spots. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is best grown in moist, humus-rich soil to prevent wilting. Ideal for bedding, containers, hanging baskets, or as groundcover, it offers interest through spring, 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 Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') (Big Bounce 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 Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') (Big Bounce 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 Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') (Big Bounce Series)?

Impatiens Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') (Big Bounce Series) prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Impatiens Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') (Big Bounce Series) need?

Impatiens Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') (Big Bounce Series) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Impatiens Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') (Big Bounce Series) hardy in the UK?

Impatiens Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') (Big Bounce 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 Big Bounce Lavender ('Balbigaven') (Big Bounce Series)?

Seed sowing, stem cuttings.

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