Impatiens Hawkeri Brighten your balcony, patio, or shaded garden spots with the bold, tropical energy of Impatiens hawkeri, commonly known as New Guinea Impatiens – a robust, long-blooming annual featuring large, flat-faced flowers in vibrant shades of pink, red, orange, coral, white, and purple.
Unlike traditional shade-loving impatiens, New Guinea varieties offer bigger blooms, stronger plants, and better tolerance for morning sun and Hong Kong's humid, subtropical climate, providing continuous color from spring through autumn (and year-round in mild conditions).
Key Features
- Large Vibrant Blooms — Showy, 5-petaled flowers up to 5-7 cm across in bright, eye-catching colors for non-stop seasonal impact.
- Sun & Shade Versatile — Performs well in partial shade or with morning sun; more sun-tolerant than standard impatiens.
- Heat & Humidity Tolerant — Thrives in Hong Kong's warm, humid summers without downy mildew issues.
- Bushy & Compact — Mounding habit ideal for pots, hanging baskets, or borders in small urban spaces.
- Beginner-Friendly — Low-maintenance with consistent moisture; great for first-time gardeners.
Specifications
- Plant Height: 20cm
- Pot size: H15cm x W12cm
- Flowering Season: Spring to autumn (extended in warm climates)
- Recommended Placement: Partial shade to morning sun balcony/patio (avoid harsh midday sun)
Care Tips (Beginner-Friendly) Light Prefers partial shade with morning sun and afternoon protection. In Hong Kong, east-facing balconies work best; tolerates more sun than standard impatiens but avoid intense afternoon rays to prevent wilting.
Soil Use loose, well-draining potting mix rich in organic matter (add compost or peat). Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
Watering Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged – water when top 2-3 cm feels dry. Heavy drinker in heat; daily watering may be needed in summer.
Fertilizer Apply diluted balanced or bloom-boosting liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during growing season. Reduce in cooler months.
Category
- Outdoor Plants
- Annual Flowering Plants
- Balcony Gardening
- Shade Plants
- Summer Plants
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