Overview
Impatiens Paradise Cherry Rose Improved ('Kie00013') is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens Paradise Cherry Rose Improved ('Kie00013') 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 Paradise Cherry Rose Improved ('Kie00013') is a bushy, compact cultivar of the Impatiens genus, known for its fleshy stems and simple, toothed leaves. This cultivar thrives in full shade, particularly on north-facing, sheltered sites with moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is suitable for use as bedding plants, in containers, hanging baskets, or as groundcover. The plant is best grown in moist, humus-rich soil and requires regular watering to prevent wilting, with interest extending from spring through to 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 Paradise Cherry Rose Improved ('Kie00013') 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 Paradise Cherry Rose Improved ('Kie00013')
- 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 Paradise Cherry Rose Improved ('Kie00013')?
Impatiens Paradise Cherry Rose Improved ('Kie00013') prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Impatiens Paradise Cherry Rose Improved ('Kie00013') need?
Impatiens Paradise Cherry Rose Improved ('Kie00013') grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Impatiens Paradise Cherry Rose Improved ('Kie00013') hardy in the UK?
Impatiens Paradise Cherry Rose Improved ('Kie00013') 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 Paradise Cherry Rose Improved ('Kie00013')?
Seed sowing, stem cuttings.
More in the Impatiens genus
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- Impatiens Antigua ('Kitigua')
- Impatiens Jose ('Kijos')
- Impatiens 'Balfusimglo'
- Impatiens 'Blues' (NG)
- Impatiens 'Celebrette Scarlet' (Celebrette Series) (NG)
- Impatiens 'Duepetorstar' (NG)
- Impatiens 'Fidimpmaxwhi' (NG)