Overview
Impatiens Zegris ('Kizeg') is a bushy, compact annual biennial in the genus Impatiens, part of the Balsaminaceae family, with fleshy, simple, toothed leaves foliage. Impatiens Zegris ('Kizeg') 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 Zegris ('Kizeg') is a bushy, compact cultivar of the Impatiens genus, which includes annuals and evergreen perennials with fleshy stems and simple, serrated leaves. This cultivar features fleshy, toothed foliage and thrives in moist, humus-rich loam soil with a neutral pH. It is suited to full shade and sheltered, north-facing aspects, making it ideal for bedding, containers, hanging baskets, or groundcover. Impatiens Zegris ('Kizeg') is hardy to UK zone H3 and is best grown in spring, summer, and autumn, requiring consistent moisture as it wilts quickly in dry conditions.
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 Zegris ('Kizeg') 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 Zegris ('Kizeg')
- 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 Zegris ('Kizeg')?
Impatiens Zegris ('Kizeg') prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Impatiens Zegris ('Kizeg') need?
Impatiens Zegris ('Kizeg') grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Impatiens Zegris ('Kizeg') hardy in the UK?
Impatiens Zegris ('Kizeg') 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 Zegris ('Kizeg')?
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)