How to Grow Impatiens? Detailed Growing Methods and Precautions

Like a crane's crest, like a colorful phoenix, with graceful posture and charming appeal, impatiens has always been very popular among gardening enthusiasts, and growing impatiens has become a hobby for flower growers. Today, the editor will introduce the growing methods and precautions for impatiens.

1. Soil: Impatiens is suited to fertile, moist, loose soil, preferably a slightly acidic soil mixed with some sandy soil.

2. Watering: During its growing period, water it promptly to keep the soil moist, especially in summer when the amount of watering should be increased, but there must be no waterlogging. If the rainy season is excessive, reduce watering and drain promptly.

3. Light: It needs about 4 hours of diffused light exposure per day. When the summer sun is strong, shade it to avoid scorching the leaves.

4. Temperature: The most suitable temperature for growing impatiens is 16-26°C, and the lowest temperature should not be below 10°C. In winter, take certain cold protection measures to avoid frost damage.

5. Management: Loosen the soil and remove weeds promptly to prevent weeds from absorbing its water. When it is relatively dry, water moderately. When the seedlings grow to about 30 cm, the old leaves can be pruned off.

5. Precautions

1) Pests and diseases: Impatiens generally rarely suffers from pests and diseases. If the temperature is relatively high, powdery mildew may appear. In this case, spray with a 800-fold dilution of 50% thiophanate-methyl wettable powder for control.

2) Flowering period control: If you want to delay the flowering period, you can sow in July, or use the pinching method and remove early-opening flower buds to allow it to keep expanding. Also pay attention to preventing pests and diseases.