Mixed Colors Balsam is a charming annual flower that brings dense, gardenia-like blooms in a medley of hues to shady corners where many flowers struggle. This cultivar of Impatiens balsamina grows to a compact 24 inches tall and reaches flowering stage in 80 to 89 days, making it perfect for gardeners who want quick results without sacrificing impact. Hardy in zones 8 to 10 and thriving in partial shade with consistently moist soil, it transforms dim garden spots and indoor containers into vibrant displays of summer color.
Partial Shade
High
8-10
24in H x ?in W
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Moderate
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Elegant 24-inch plants produce dense, gardenia-like blooms in mixed colors, offering surprising sophistication for a shade-tolerant annual. These non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds grow into sturdy specimens that perform beautifully in containers and shaded flower beds alike, delivering full color within 80 to 89 days. The dense, bushy growth habit and shade tolerance make Mixed Colors Balsam a true standout for gardeners battling difficult light conditions.
Mixed Colors Balsam shines as an ornamental flower for shaded garden beds and indoor container gardening. The dense, gardenia-like blooms work beautifully as focal points in partial shade where sunlight-demanding flowers falter, and the compact 24-inch height makes it excellent for borders, planters, and mixed shade containers throughout the summer season.
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Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost date in a warm environment kept between 70 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Sow seeds on the surface of moist seed-starting mix and do not cover them, as light aids germination. Keep soil consistently moist and expect seedlings to emerge within 7 to 14 days. Transplant seedlings into larger pots once they develop their first true leaves.
Harden off seedlings over 7 to 10 days by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions, increasing light and air exposure each day. Transplant outdoors after your last frost date when soil has warmed and daytime temperatures consistently stay above 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Space transplants 18 inches apart in partial shade beds. Water well after transplanting to settle soil around the roots.
Pinch back the central stem when seedlings reach 6 inches tall to encourage branching and denser, more compact growth. This promotes more flowering sites and results in the characteristic full, bushy form. Remove any leggy or damaged stems as the plant grows to maintain an attractive shape.
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