Cajun Series™ impatiens come in various colors, and their rich, saturated tints are a perfect choice for brightening shady borders. These impatiens grow to about a foot tall and bloom from summer to frost. —Julia Jones, “Designing With Annuals,” Fine Gardening #120
CareProvide moist, rich, well-drained soil in part shade or full shade.
PropagationStart seed in spring indoors. Many cultivars are readily available at garden centers, however.
ProblemsSlugs
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- Genus : Impatiens
- Plant Height : 6 to 12 inches
- Plant Type : Annuals
- Uses : Containers
- Bloom Time : Early Fall, Late Summer, Summer
- Maintenance : Low
- Moisture : Medium Moisture
- Growth Rate : Moderate
- Light : Partial Shade to Full Shade
- Flower Color : Pink, Red, White
- Plant Seasonal Interest : Summer Interest
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