Impatiens Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) (NG) — Bushy, compact

Overview

Impatiens Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) (NG) is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) (NG) 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 Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) is an annual/biennial bedding Impatiens with a compact, multi-stemmed habit and fleshy, toothed leaves. It prefers full shade and is best placed in north-facing, sheltered locations. The plant needs loam of neutral pH kept moist but well drained and will flower from June to October. It is classed H3 (borderline for UK winters), so give protection in exposed sites.

About the genus

Impatiens is a genus of more than 1,000 species of flowering plants, widely distributed throughout the Northern Hemisphere and the tropics. Together with the genus Hydrocera, Impatiens make up the family Balsaminaceae.

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In the garden

A cultivar within the genus Impatiens (family Balsaminaceae), Impatiens Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) is intended for bedding and container work where shade is dominant. The plant produces multiple stems with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves and a compact outline, making it suit close planting in displays or groups. Position varieties in full shade on loam with a neutral pH and ensure the soil remains moist but not waterlogged; that balance is important for root health. North-facing, sheltered spots reduce winter stress and match the cultivar's exposure needs. It is rated H3 (borderline) in the UK, so plants in exposed gardens will benefit from frost protection or lifting for the coldest months. Use this Impatiens in traditional bedding schemes, mixed containers, hanging baskets or as a low ground cover in shaded borders. Water regularly in containers and keep compost open and free-draining so moisture does not stagnate. Flowering runs from June to October, offering an extended season in shaded parts of the garden and containers where few other bedding plants perform as well.

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 Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) (NG) 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 Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) (NG)

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 Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) (NG)?

Impatiens Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) (NG) prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Impatiens Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) (NG) need?

Impatiens Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) (NG) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Impatiens Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) (NG) hardy in the UK?

Impatiens Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) (NG) 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 Magnum Lavender Splash (Magnum Series) (NG)?

Seed sowing, stem cuttings.

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