Overview
Impatiens SunPatiens Compact Magenta Improve ('Sakimp047'PBR) is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens SunPatiens Compact Magenta Improve ('Sakimp047'PBR) 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 SunPatiens Compact Magenta Improve ('Sakimp047'PBR) is a bushy, compact annual biennial cultivar within the Impatiens genus, known for its fleshy stems and simple, toothed leaves. This cultivar thrives in moist, fertile loam soil with a neutral pH, ideally in bright shade or filtered sun, and is hardy to UK zone H3. It is suitable for north-facing, sheltered positions and can be used effectively in bedding, containers, hanging baskets, or as groundcover. Flowering from spring through autumn, it tolerates more sun than standard impatiens if adequately watered.
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 SunPatiens Compact Magenta Improve ('Sakimp047'PBR) 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 SunPatiens Compact Magenta Improve ('Sakimp047'PBR)
- 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 SunPatiens Compact Magenta Improve ('Sakimp047'PBR)?
Impatiens SunPatiens Compact Magenta Improve ('Sakimp047'PBR) prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Impatiens SunPatiens Compact Magenta Improve ('Sakimp047'PBR) need?
Impatiens SunPatiens Compact Magenta Improve ('Sakimp047'PBR) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Impatiens SunPatiens Compact Magenta Improve ('Sakimp047'PBR) hardy in the UK?
Impatiens SunPatiens Compact Magenta Improve ('Sakimp047'PBR) 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 SunPatiens Compact Magenta Improve ('Sakimp047'PBR)?
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)