SunPatiens Impatiens
Taxonomy
Impatiens hawkeri 'SunPatiens'
Impatiens
Balsaminaceae
Ericales
How to care for SunPatiens Impatiens
Water
How often to water your SunPatiens Impatiens
every 9
SunPatiens Impatiens needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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Finding light for SunPatiens Impatiens in your home
a window
SunPatiens Impatiens love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
SunPatiens Impatiens does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of SunPatiens Impatiens in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize SunPatiens Impatiens
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your SunPatiens Impatiens after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
SunPatiens Impatiens prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
SunPatiens Impatiens requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
SunPatiens Impatiens doesnāt require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
SunPatiens Impatiens does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
SunPatiens Impatiens is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Native Region
SunPatiens Impatiens is native to the Northern Hemisphere.
Care Summary for SunPatiens Impatiens
SunPatiens Impatiens
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
