Overview
Impatiens kerriae is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens kerriae 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 kerriae is a bushy, compact cultivar of the Impatiens genus, known for its fleshy stems and simple, toothed leaves. This evergreen perennial thrives in full shade, particularly on north-facing, sheltered aspects, preferring moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is best grown in moist, humus-rich soil during summer and autumn. Suitable for use in bedding, containers, hanging baskets, or as groundcover, it can be propagated by seed sowing or stem cuttings.
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 kerriae 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 kerriae
- 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 kerriae?
Impatiens kerriae prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Impatiens kerriae need?
Impatiens kerriae grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Impatiens kerriae hardy in the UK?
Impatiens kerriae 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 kerriae?
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)