A breathtakingly beautiful red leaved form of this very easily grown tender perennial form of impatiens. Often growing to a height of 120cm (4') or more this lovely plant starts flowering in April and continues until October. Flowers are almost orchid-like and pale pink. Red tinged in the summer, the leaves get darker as the colder days approach, becoming almost black on occasion. Protect from frost and it is an easy perennial.
Common NamePoor Mans Rhododendron, Shrub Balsam
Approx Height (10 yrs.)90-120 cm (36-48")
Soil TypeLoam
Soil pHNeutral
AspectSemi Shade
HardinessTender
Flowering TimeSpring to Autumn
Evergreen/DeciduousEvergreen
Autumn ColourColourful Autumn Foliage
Coloured FoliageRed-Purple Foliage
Plants for PollinatorsPlants for Pollinators
Bee FriendlyBee Friendly
Specimen PlantSpecimen Plant
Flower ColourPink
Plant TypeConservatory Plants