The growth process of Impatiens balsamina can be divided into three stages: seedling germination stage in the upper pot, topping stage of leaf growth, vigorous flowering and fruiting stage, and dormancy stage in winter after the flowering and fruiting stage. The focus of care in different growth periods is different, and after the annual dormancy period, it is necessary to wait for the next spring to revitalize the growth of Impatiens.

1, planting in pots

Impatiens should be planted in pot soil by seed sowing. Generally, sowing in spring, whether cutting or sowing, should be used after cleaning, disinfection and sterilization. Do a good job of heat preservation and moisture preservation, 1~2 months will be able to break ground and sprout.

2. After emergence in the long leaf stage, Impatiens balsamina will grow leaves quickly with the increase of temperature and precipitation. Its own growth ability is also relatively strong, so when Impatiens balsamina grows to a certain height, top it, and trim the lateral branches and buds to promote the new branches and buds to grow side by side, so that the whole plant of Impatiens balsamina is fuller.

3. Flowering time

After vigorous growth and development in summer, impatiens bloomed in July 7~ 10/October. Flowers are solitary or clustered with 2~3 flowers, and the colors are white, pink, purple, etc. The flowers are especially like butterflies, which have characteristics and are very ornamental.

4. Fruit period and dormancy period

Soon after the end of flowering, the fruit period of Impatiens balsamina will be ushered in, which is the best time to harvest fruits and select seeds. It also shows that the growth task of Impatiens balsamina this year has been completed, and it will slowly enter a dormant state after entering the winter, until the next spring.