Impatiens balsamina (Garden Balsam, Rose Balsam)
Botanical Information
| Family | Balsaminaceae |
| Genus | Impatiens |
| Species | balsamina |
| Category | Annuals |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 20–75 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | June, July, August, September, October |
Description and Growing Information
| Leaf Description | The leaves are spirally-arranged, 2.5–9 cm long and 1–2.5 cm broad, with a deeply toothed margin. |
| Flower Description | The flowers are red, pink, purple, or white, and 2.5–5 cm diameter; they are pollinated by bees and other insects, and also by nectar-feeding birds. |
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