Annual
Impatiens
Impatiens walleriana
Traits
Varieties We Carry
SalmonImpatiens wallerianaStandardImpatiens wallerianaSunPatiens Compact Deep RoseImpatiens walleriana
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$6.95
3 galFrom$19.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 25.
LightPart Shade, Full Shade
WaterHigh
Mature size1-2 feet × 1-2 feet
About Impatiens
Impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) is a popular shade annual in NE Florida, used as a cool-season bedding plant from fall through spring when heat and humidity are reduced. It produces continuous bright blooms in red, pink, orange, white, and coral. Note: downy mildew-resistant cultivars or SunPatiens hybrids are strongly preferred over standard varieties. Starting at $6.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Fall, Winter, Spring
- Flower Color
- White, Orange, Red, Pink, Purple, Multi
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Higher water demand in summer heat.
Bloom season.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
Grow in part shade to full shade in NE Florida — morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal. Direct afternoon sun in summer causes rapid wilting and decline. Best used under canopy trees or on north-facing exposures.
Water
Keep soil consistently moist; impatiens wilt quickly under drought or heat stress. Water at the base rather than overhead to minimize downy mildew risk. During NE Florida's cool season (Oct–Apr), reduce frequency as growth slows.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in moist, well-drained soil amended with compost. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer monthly during the cool-season growing period for best bloom performance.
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Common questions
Is Impatiens a good plant for St. Augustine?
Impatiens is a annual for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 1-2 feet × 1-2 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.