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- Q.New Guinea Impatiens - My hanging baskets are lush and full but no flowers.
- Q.New Guinea Impatiens - I have planted my New Guinea impatiens in the same spot for several years with great success. This year I ...
- Q.Planting New Guinea Impatiens Seed - How do I plant New Guinea Impatiens seed? Do they need light to germinate? Or do they need darkness? How ...
- Q.New Guinea Impatiens - The leaves on my impatiens are deformed, all shriveled and dwarfed. They are perfectly green, not yellow and don't look ...
- Q.New Guinea Impatiens - Hi I have many of these in my garden and would like to see if I can get them through the ...
- Q.Getting Rid Of New Guinea Impatiens - The new guinea impatiens have taken over in our large shrubbery. They were there when we bought the property. A ...
- Q.New Guinea Impatiens - Do they like a wet soil?
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betsnews on
July 21, 2016
roanoke,va 24019Q.new guinea impatiens
My hanging baskets are lush and full but no flowers.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 22, 2016A.This article will refresh you on the care requirements.
New Guinea Impatiens need evenly moist soil, and are heavy feeders.
Make sure you use a low nitrogen fertilizer; too much nitrogen will inhibit flowers leaving you a lush green plant.
If you have over fertilized, try adding a feeding of phosphorous rich Bone Meal.
Here are some links to help you.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/impatiens/new-guinea-impatiens.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/bone-meal-fertilizer.htm
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- Asked by
Knthrush on
July 26, 2016
Marion OhioQ.New Guinea impatiens
I have planted my New Guinea impatiens in the same spot for several years with great success. This year I am getting no blooms just healthy looking green foliage. Why might they not be flowering?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 27, 2016A.It could be due to excess Nitrogen. Too much Nitrogen or over fertilizing can give you nice lush plants, but inhibit flowering.
When fertilizing use a low Nitrogen formulation.
You can add some Phosphorous to encourage flowering, Bone Meal is a good way to do this.Here are some links with more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/impatiens/new-guinea-impatiens.htm
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Linda Metzger on
February 18, 2017
Elmer, NJ 08318Q.planting New Guinea Impatiens seed
How do I plant New Guinea Impatiens seed? Do they need light to germinate? Or do they need darkness? How deep should they be planted? I want to start them in my greenhouse.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
February 20, 2017A.Sow seeds in lighting planting medium.
Temperatures between 70 and 75 degrees F.
No cover, as light aides in germination.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/impatiens/new-guinea-impatiens.htm
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September 1, 2017
montreal. zone 5Q.new guinea impatiens
The leaves on my impatiens are deformed, all shriveled and dwarfed. They are perfectly green, not yellow and don't look like they lack water. What is causing this?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
September 1, 2017A.Deformed leaves can be caused by disease, pests or even environmental issues.
This link has some information that may help pinpoint the issue.
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gardeners26 on
October 22, 2017
Sussex UKQ.New Guinea Impatiens
Hi I have many of these in my garden and would like to see if I can get them through the winter in my greenhouse. They will be lifted and potted up but should they be left as is or cut back and if so by how much. Many thanks Roy (Sussex, UK)
Answered by
BushDoctor on
October 22, 2017
Certified ExpertA.You can dig them up and replant them, and most likely they will survive. I would consider removing any blooms as this will interfere with root production. You can even start new plants from tip cutting. Here is an article for more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/impatiens/impatiens-rooting.htm
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Nanette Miller on
November 30, 2017
Te Puke, Bay of PlentyQ.Getting rid of new guinea impatiens
The new guinea impatiens have taken over in our large shrubbery. They were there when we bought the property. A few years ago I pulled a lot of it out but it is worse than ever again, smothering other plants that I had planted. It is hard to dispose of when you pull it out. Is there something that will kill it where it is?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
November 30, 2017
Certified ExpertA.Yes, boiling water will kill almost anything that it comes into contact with. It may take several applications, but it will solve your problem.
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May 4, 2018
17517Q.new guinea impatiens
Do they like a wet soil?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
May 5, 2018
Certified ExpertA.I can say this with certainty... They do not like dry soil AT ALL. They will not tolerate soggy wet soil, but they will not tolerate dry soil at all. It needs to stay moist, but not overly wet or dry.
This article will give you more information on their care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/impatiens/new-guinea-impatiens.htm
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