Impatiens hawkeri 'Magnum Blue'
New Guinea Impatiens
Photo courtesy of Ball Seed
- Vibrant plum-purple to blush-magenta blooms
- Dark green foliage
- Medium vigor; upright habit
- Excellent container and garden performance
Blooms all Season
Border or Bed
Container
Garden
Hanging Basket
Mass Planting
No Deadheading
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in full-part sun. Easily grown in enriched, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun. Feed every 7-14 days. Remove spent flowers to ensure good airflow to foliage.
Height: 8-16 in
Spread: 12-16 in
Spacing: 12-24 Inches
Bloom Color: Purple
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- No Deadheading
- Hanging Basket
- Mass Planting
- Garden
- Container
- Blooms all Season
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
- Full Shade
Habit:
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Dark Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Impatiens (Magnum)
Common Name: New Guinea Impatiens
Enormous flowers just above the foliage virtually cover the plant. Bright color for shade to dappled sun. Nearly perfect rounded canopy form is great for hanging baskets or landscape.