New guinea impatiens

New guinea impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri)

New guinea impatiens, also known as New Guinea Impatiens, New Guinea Busy Lizzie

New guinea impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri) is a flowering plant native to Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. New guinea impatiens is commonly cultivated as a garden plant, especially in nurseries. New guinea impatiens is often bred with other species to improve its ability to withstand droughts.

Key Facts About New guinea impatiens

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Attributes of New guinea impatiens

Lifespan
Perennial, Annual
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
20 cm to 60 cm
Spread
15 cm to 30 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
4 cm to 7 cm
Flower Color
White Pink Red Orange Purple Lavender Burgundy

Scientific Classification of New guinea impatiens

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Ericales
Family
Balsam
Genus
Jewelweed
Species
New guinea impatiens