Bush Flowered Mix Balsam

Also known as Summer Gardenia, an old fashion favorite with brightly colored double flowers that nestle between and above the rich green foliage. Blooms are in shades of pink, rose, and white.   100 seeds      PLANTING Impatiens balsamina Annual Germination: 5-10 days Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 65-70ºF Seed Planting Depth: Sow on the surface and press into soil, seeds need light to germinate Starting Indoors: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide 65-70ºF soil temperature. Transplant after last frost, 8-12” apart Sowing Outdoors:  Direct sow after the last frost, 4-5 seeds every 10-12". Growth Habit: Upright Height and Width: 14-18" by 12-14" Spacing: 8-12" apart Light Needs:  Part shade to shade Soil Needs: Fertile, well-drained Approximate days to flower from seed: 60-70 days Uses: Bedding plant, containers, shade gardens, cottage gardens, attracts bees and beneficials Care: Water seedlings regularly until established. Amend soil with compost before transplanting. Pinch back at 4-6" to encourage more branching. Self-seeds. .