Balsam Mixed-Color
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A Burst of Color with Mixed-Color Balsam
Mixed-Color Balsam (Impatiens balsamina), offered by OSC Seeds
Mixed-color balsam is a vibrant heritage annual, producing large, double flowers in a variety of hues, including pink, red, and white. This vigorous plant reaches a height of 18–24 inches and is perfect for borders, flower beds, or containers. Easy to grow, it blooms abundantly all summer, attracting pollinators and adding a vivid splash of color to your garden.
Spread: 8–12 inches
Plant height: 18–24 inches
Packet quantity: About 100 seeds
Companion plants: Alyssum, zinnias, marigolds
Enemy plants: None known
How to grow:
Direct sow outdoors after the last frost, in well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded spot. Plant seeds ¼ inch deep and space them 8–10 inches apart. For indoor starts, sow seeds 6–8 weeks before the last frost at a temperature of 65–68°F (18–20°C). Germination takes 7–14 days. Harden seedlings off and transplant them outdoors once frost danger has passed. Water regularly to support continuous blooming.
Mixed-color balsam is perfect for adding brightness and charm to your garden, with continuous blooms bringing joy throughout the summer.
