How to Grow Impatiens in a Garden
Step 1
As seeds are very fine, carefully and thinly spread the seed into trays of
Yates Seed Raising Mix. Gently press down and lightly water with a fine mist spray. Do not cover these seeds as they need light to germinate.
Step 2
Keep trays in a warm place and retain moisture by covering with glass or plastic cling wrap.
Step 3
While the seeds are germinating, choose a spot in the garden that receives full sun to part shade with well drained soil. Dig in some
Yates Dynamic Lifter Soil Improver & Plant Fertiliser before planting.
Step 4
Plant seedlings into your prepared garden bed, ensure the seedlings are well spaced – at least 30 cm apart. Water in well.
Step 5
Mulch with an organic mulch, such as bark chips, sugar cane or pea straw.
How to Grow Impatiens in a Pot
Step 1
Choose a pot at least 200 mm wide and deep. Position in full sun to part shade.
Step 2
Fill the chosen pots with quality potting mix, such as
Yates Potting Mix with Dynamic Lifter.
Step 3
Sow the seeds directly into the pot by pressing them lightly into the mix and water well. Do not cover these seeds as they need light to germinate.
Step 4
Keep pot in a warm place and retain moisture by covering with glass or plastic cling wrap.
Step 5
Water gently and keep moist through germination period.
Step 6
Once the seedlings have grown at least 5 cm, place a light layer of organic mulch, such as bark chips, sugar cane or pea straw around the base of the plant.
Step 7
Feed every 1 to 2 weeks with Yates Thrive Roses and Flowers Liquid Plant Food.
Step 1
Choose a pot at least 200 mm wide and deep. Position in full sun to part shade.
Step 2
Fill the chosen pots with quality potting mix, such as Yates Potting Mix with Dynamic Lifter.
Step 3
Remove the shrub from the container, gently tease the roots.
Step 4
Position in hole and backfill with potting mix, gently firming down. Water in well.
Step 5
Feed every 1 to 2 weeks with Yates Thrive Roses and Flowers Liquid Plant Food.