Days To Germination: 8 days
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 70F
Planting Depth:  1/8 inch
Spacing , Seed: 1 inch
Spacing, Plant: 10 inches
Plant Height: 14 inches
Light:   Full Sun/Partial Shade

SOWING: Start seeds indoors 3 weeks before last frost. Or plant outdoors in well-drained soil in early spring, after all danger of frost,  when soil is  70F. Cover seeds with 1/8 inch of soil.

GERMINATION: 8 days, depending upon soil and weather conditions.

THINNING AND TRANSPLANTING: Transplant when young seedlings are about 2 inches high and after all danger of frost has passed. Space 10 inches apart.

SUGGESTIONS: Keep soil moderately moist during germination and water heavily during the dry months. Flowers around 10 to 12 weeks after transplanting.

BALSAM
Bush Flowering Mixture
Impatiens balsamina

Annual (One season plant). A showy, gardenia-like double flower in shades of pink, rose, and white. The attractive flowers bloom continuously and grow on top of the glossy foliage. Plant in large containers on the porch, terrace, or balconies. Can also be planted as edging or in the front of flower gardens. Shade from the afternoon sun. Can be grown anytime in tropical areas.

• Plant Height: 14 inches
• Sunlight: Full Sun /Partial Shade
• Bloom Period: Spring to Fall