Garden Balsam (Impatiens Balsamina) is a annual herb in the Balsaminaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 2-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Impatiens balsamina is an erect, tender annual notable for its bright, showy flowers and succulent stems.

Garden Balsam

Garden Balsam

Impatiens Balsamina

Impatiens balsamina is an erect, tender annual notable for its bright, showy flowers and succulent stems.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
2-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, silty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, mass planting, seasonal color

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Garden Balsam

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Balsaminaceae
Genus:Impatiens