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IMPATIENS

Of many hundreds of species,m only a few are usually seen in gardens.Most of these are annuals or tender perennials treated as annuals; all are valuable for long summer bloom.When lightly touched, ripe seed capsules burst open and scatter seeds.

Impatiens wallerana

Usually grown as an annual evereywhere, this is one of the best bedding plants for shade. Rapid, vigorous growth; tall types to about 2 ft. high, dwarf kinds 6–12 in. high. Narrow, glossy dark green, 1 to 3-in.-long leaves grow from juicy, pale green stems. Flowers are 1 to 2 in.wide, come in all colors but yellow and true blue. All types are useful for many months of bright color in partial or full shade. Grow plants from seed or cuttings; or buy them in cell-packs or pots.