Busy Lizzie, botanically known as Impatiens, produces masses of vibrant flowers that thrive in shaded or partially shaded areas. These shade loving plants are perfect for brightening up spots where other bedding plants may struggle.
Flowering from late Spring right through to the first frost, Impatiens provide a long-lasting and colourful display with minimal effort, perfect for beds, borders, containers and window boxes.
Plant genus Impatiens
Common Name Busy Lizzie
Plant type Bedding Plants
Foliage type Annual
Hardiness Half Hardy
Soil acidity Any
Planting aspect North Facing, East Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Pink, Red, White
Leaf colour Green
Growth Rate Moderate
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Begonia, Fuchsia, Ferns
Light Required Partial Shade
Watering Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil evenly moist while the plant establishes. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods rather than little and often, allowing the soil to drain between waterings. Container-grown plants should be checked more frequently in warm or windy weather.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in partial shade to gentle sun in well-drained soil. Choose a position with good airflow and enough space for the plant to reach its mature size. Protect from hard frost and cold, drying winds, especially while young or when grown in containers.
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Busy Lizzie Bedding Plants
Impatiens Walleriana
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Busy Lizzie, botanically known as Impatiens, produces masses of vibrant flowers that thrive in shaded or partially shaded areas. These shade loving plants are perfect for brightening up spots where other bedding plants may struggle.
Flowering from late Spring right through to the first frost, Impatiens provide a long-lasting and colourful display with minimal effort, perfect for beds, borders, containers and window boxes.
Plant genus Impatiens
Common Name Busy Lizzie
Plant type Bedding Plants
Foliage type Annual
Hardiness Half Hardy
Soil acidity Any
Planting aspect North Facing, East Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Pink, Red, White
Leaf colour Green
Growth Rate Moderate
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Begonia, Fuchsia, Ferns
Light Required Partial Shade
Watering Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil evenly moist while the plant establishes. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods rather than little and often, allowing the soil to drain between waterings. Container-grown plants should be checked more frequently in warm or windy weather.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in partial shade to gentle sun in well-drained soil. Choose a position with good airflow and enough space for the plant to reach its mature size. Protect from hard frost and cold, drying winds, especially while young or when grown in containers.
Christmas Tree Delivery
FREE on all Pot Grown Trees (2.5ft & over)
*Mainland UK only
*Northern Ireland delivery unavailable
Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Evri
£4.99 on orders under £40
FREE on orders over £40
*Mainland UK only
Next Working Day Delivery - Evri
£6.99 on orders under £70
FREE on orders over £70
Order by 1pm Mon-Fri
Premium Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Royal Mail
For customers who prefer an alternative carrier, Royal Mail is offered as a premium alternative to our standard Evri service.
£7.99 on all orders
Premium Next Working Day Delivery - Royal Mail
£8.99 on all orders
*Mainland UK only
Northern Ireland & Islands Delivery (2-5 working days)
£6.99 on all orders
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Key Features
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