Overview
Impatiens pritzelii 'Sichuan Gold' is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens pritzelii 'Sichuan Gold' 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 pritzelii 'Sichuan Gold' is a bushy, compact annual biennial cultivar of the Impatiens genus, known for its fleshy stems and simple, toothed leaves. It thrives in full shade, particularly on north-facing, sheltered sites with moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Suitable for bedding, containers, hanging baskets, and groundcover, this cultivar requires moist, humus-rich soil and regular watering to prevent wilting. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and offers interest 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 pritzelii 'Sichuan Gold' 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 pritzelii 'Sichuan Gold'
- 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 pritzelii 'Sichuan Gold'?
Impatiens pritzelii 'Sichuan Gold' prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Impatiens pritzelii 'Sichuan Gold' need?
Impatiens pritzelii 'Sichuan Gold' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Impatiens pritzelii 'Sichuan Gold' hardy in the UK?
Impatiens pritzelii 'Sichuan Gold' 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 pritzelii 'Sichuan Gold'?
Seed sowing, stem cuttings.
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