Overview
Impatiens SunPatiens Vigorous Variegated Salmon ('Sakimp005s'PBR) (SunPatiens Series) (v) is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens SunPatiens Vigorous Variegated Salmon ('Sakimp005s'PBR) (SunPatiens Series) (v) 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 Vigorous Variegated Salmon ('Sakimp005s'PBR) is a bushy, compact cultivar of the Impatiens genus, known for its fleshy stems and simple, toothed leaves. This variety features variegated foliage and thrives in moist, fertile loam soil with a neutral pH, ideally in full shade or north-facing, sheltered positions. Suitable for bedding, containers, hanging baskets, and groundcover, it flowers from spring through autumn and is hardy to UK zone H3. 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 Vigorous Variegated Salmon ('Sakimp005s'PBR) (SunPatiens Series) (v) 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 Vigorous Variegated Salmon ('Sakimp005s'PBR) (SunPatiens Series) (v)
- 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 Vigorous Variegated Salmon ('Sakimp005s'PBR) (SunPatiens Series) (v)?
Impatiens SunPatiens Vigorous Variegated Salmon ('Sakimp005s'PBR) (SunPatiens Series) (v) prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Impatiens SunPatiens Vigorous Variegated Salmon ('Sakimp005s'PBR) (SunPatiens Series) (v) need?
Impatiens SunPatiens Vigorous Variegated Salmon ('Sakimp005s'PBR) (SunPatiens Series) (v) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Impatiens SunPatiens Vigorous Variegated Salmon ('Sakimp005s'PBR) (SunPatiens Series) (v) hardy in the UK?
Impatiens SunPatiens Vigorous Variegated Salmon ('Sakimp005s'PBR) (SunPatiens Series) (v) 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 Vigorous Variegated Salmon ('Sakimp005s'PBR) (SunPatiens Series) (v)?
Seed sowing, stem cuttings.
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