Overview
Impatiens qingchengshanica is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens qingchengshanica 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 qingchengshanica is a bushy, compact cultivar of the Impatiens genus, which includes annuals or evergreen perennials with fleshy stems and simple, serrated leaves. This cultivar features fleshy, toothed foliage and thrives in full shade, particularly on north-facing, sheltered aspects. It prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and is hardy to UK zone H3. Impatiens qingchengshanica is suitable for bedding, containers, hanging baskets, and groundcover, offering interest during summer and autumn. It can be propagated by seed sowing or stem cuttings and requires moist, humus-rich soil in shade or partial shade.
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 qingchengshanica 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 qingchengshanica
- 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 qingchengshanica?
Impatiens qingchengshanica prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Impatiens qingchengshanica need?
Impatiens qingchengshanica grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Impatiens qingchengshanica hardy in the UK?
Impatiens qingchengshanica 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 qingchengshanica?
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)