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ItalianoBusy Lizzie
Impatiens walleriana · Family Balsaminaceae
Also known as: impatiens, busy lizzy, patience plant
- Light
- Partial shade to bright indirect
- Watering
- Every 3 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- Yes
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Care
Where to put it
Shady patio pots, hanging baskets or a bright room indoors.
Light
Partial shade to bright indirect light. Ideal for shady spots.
Watering
Keep the compost moist. It wilts quickly when dry but soon recovers.
About the plant
It produces colourful flowers non-stop, even in spots with little sun. It is very easy to grow and self-seeds freely. Ideal for shady beds and pots.
Origin
Native to East Africa, from Kenya to Mozambique, in humid, shady areas.
What it likes
- Partial shade or indirect light
- Compost that is always moist
- Warmth
What it dislikes
- Strong afternoon sun
- Dry compost
- Cold and frost
Did you know?
Its seed pods burst at the slightest touch, flinging seeds far away, hence the name Impatiens.
