Double Impatiens

4" Pots
Impatiens flowers have long been one of the dominant bedding plants in North America, especially for shady areas. They are also used in container gardens, ranging from hanging baskets to window boxes. With sufficient water, standard impatiens can be grown in a partial sun location in northerly regions, but their greatest virtue is that they thrive in the shade. Once in the ground, standard impatiens need at least two inches of water per week. When temperatures average consistently above 80 degrees Fahrenheit, you might have to double that amount. In window boxes and hanging pots, impatiens might require daily watering, especially if the daytime temperature rises above 85 degrees Fahrenheit.