Impatiens walleriana 'Carnival Scarlet' — Bushy, compact

Overview

Impatiens walleriana 'Carnival Scarlet' is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens walleriana 'Carnival Scarlet' 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 walleriana, also known as busy Lizzie, balsam, sultana, or simply impatiens, is a species of the genus Impatiens, native to eastern Africa from Kenya to Mozambique. The Latin specific epithet walleriana honours a British missionary, Horace Waller (1833–1896).

About the genus

Impatiens is a genus of more than 1,000 species of flowering plants, widely distributed throughout the Northern Hemisphere and the tropics. Together with the genus Hydrocera, Impatiens make up the family Balsaminaceae.

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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 walleriana 'Carnival Scarlet' 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 walleriana 'Carnival Scarlet'

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 walleriana 'Carnival Scarlet'?

Impatiens walleriana 'Carnival Scarlet' prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Impatiens walleriana 'Carnival Scarlet' need?

Impatiens walleriana 'Carnival Scarlet' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Impatiens walleriana 'Carnival Scarlet' hardy in the UK?

Impatiens walleriana 'Carnival Scarlet' 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 walleriana 'Carnival Scarlet'?

Seed sowing, stem cuttings.

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