Balsam 'Camellia Flowered Mix'

Impatiens balsamina

$3.25

85 seeds

Balsam 'Camellia Flowered Mix' is an heirloom flower with camellia-shaped blossoms of pink, red, salmon, purple, and white. The flowers appear along the stems, which are clothed in pointed, bright green leaves.

Impatiens balsamina is commonly called Touch-Me-Not, referring to the way the seed pods explode when ripe, flinging the seeds into the air. It is also known as Balsamine, Lady Slipper, and Jumping Betty.

Height: 18"

Spacing: 12"

Light: Full sun to part shade

Sowing Balsam Seeds

Sow balsam seeds outdoors after the last frost date. Or start indoors 6 weeks early. Lightly cover the seeds with soil.