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SunPatiens is an impatiens hybrid that withstands full sun in containers and flowerbeds.
Impatiens are one of the most popular annual flowers.
However, the light requirements ofcommon impatienslimit where you might plant them.
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SunPatiens have a long bloom period stretching from spring to fall until the first heavy frost arrives.
SunPatiens Care
Here are the main care requirements for growing low-maintenance SunPatiens.
Light
SunPatiens do best in full sun where they produce more flowers.
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Soil
Provide SunPatiens optimum growing conditions in soil that is rich in organic matter and well-aerated.
Raised beds and containers work especially well.
Container plants and hanging baskets need more frequent watering than garden plants, sometimes twice a day.
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Temperature and Humidity
SunPatiens do well in hot, humid weather.
Fertilizer
SunPatiens do not need much fertilizer and too much burns the leaf tips.
Live plant parts, as well as rooted and unrooted cuttings, may not be used for propagation.
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confirm the pot has plenty of drainage holes at the bottom.
Use ceramic or plastic because terra-cotta pots may dry out too fast for this plant.
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Use light, well-draining potting soil for containers.
Before putting your SunPatiens in a pot, hydrate the roots.
If roots are poking through the drainage holes, it’s time for repotting.
Gently remove and repot the plant in a container a size up filled with fresh potting mix.
Prevent stem rot by leaving a few inches of soil uncovered when you mulch around the plants.
Poorly drained, heavy, and compacted soils can lead to Rhizoctonia fungi and Phytopthora oomycetes.
Insects that can potentially harm the plant includeaphids,mealybugs,thrips,spider mites, andwhiteflies.
Useinsecticidal soapto remove the pests.
What do SunPatiens Flowers Look and Smell Like?
SunPatiens flowers are bolder and typically larger than traditional impatiens.
SunPatiens have a pleasant, sweet fragrance.
Also, do not let the plant dry out.
Overfertilizing them can reduce their bloom.
Common Problems With SunPatiens
SunPatiens are meant to be easy to grow and maintain.
Plants Wilting
Wilting SunPatiens likely need water.
Avoid overhead watering if your SunPatiens get a lot of sun during the day.
SunPatiens are bred to thrive in full sun as well as partial shade but sometimes the plant needs both.
They can live in full shade, but it’s not recommended because flowering will be reduced.
No, SunPatiens are annual flowers that need replanted yearly.
SunPatiens will bloom well when given full sunlight or at least four hours of sun a day.
Pinch off spent blooms and water when the top of the soil is dry.
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SunPatiens FAQ.Sakata Seed America.
Landscaper’s Guide to SunPatiens.Sakata Ornamentals.
