Impatiens
(sold as La Vida Rosa)
Family: Balsaminaceae
Common names: BALSAM, BUSY LIZZIE, PATIENCE PLANT, SULTANA
Sentiment: impatience
Plant
Type: annual
Forms: clumping, erect
Leaves evergreen
Max height: 6.3 feet
Max width: 5 feet
Flower
pink, secondary color present, white/off white
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: hummingbird, specific butterfly species
Plant part consumed by birds: nectar
Plant features: evergreen
Exposure: part shade
Propagates by: seed
flowers year round
Soil type: well drained
USDA Zone: zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: +20 to +30 °F
Water: regular
Butterflies that feed on this plant
