Impatiens Beacons violet shades, bright red, coral, rose and white.
Impatiens are one of the most popular bedding plants in the United States because of their wide-ranging color availability and tolerance of shade. Because they flower reliably from spring until the beginning of the cool season, they are a great way to add color to hardscapes in pots and baskets or to liven the oft-green color palette of many shade gardens. They also attract pollinators and beneficial insects. Because impatiens are historically very susceptible to downy mildew, their usage has declined over the last decade, especially in the humid Gulf South. The award-winning variety Beacon impatiens is said to “bring flower color back to shade gardens everywhere” because of its high resistance to impatiens downy mildew. In the AgCenter trials, Beacon impatiens showed vigorous growth and high flower density with very few disease or pest issues. Available colors include red, shades of pink, white, orange and violet.
Beacon impatiens are currently available in seven different colors, including bright red, violet shades, salmon, coral, orange, white and rose, all of which perform fantastic in Louisiana landscapes. You can also find Beacon impatiens available in different mixes to bring a unique burst of color to any shady area.