Impatiens hawkeri aka Impatiens

Impatiens hawkeri, commonly known as New Guinea impatiens, is a species of flowering plant in the family Balsaminaceae. Native to Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, these tender bushy plants are often grown as annual bedding plants or patio specimens. They have succulent stems and glossy, bronze-green foliage with serrated edges and pointed tips. The flowers, which can be 3-5cm wide, bloom throughout the warmer summer months and come in a variety of colors including white, pink, orange, red, violet, and purple. New Guinea impatiens prefer semi-shady or sunny areas in the garden and can brighten up any space. They continue to flower until the first cold frost of autumn. To ensure their health, it is important to keep them warm, well-watered, and regularly feed and dead-head the plants. Hybrid New Guinea impatiens, resulting from crosses with closely related species such as I. platypetala and I. aurantiaca, offer larger plants, larger flowers, and better performance in part shade areas compared to standard impatiens. They are a popular choice for bedding plants and typically grow to a height of 6-18 inches. The leaves are arranged in whorls of 3 to 7 leaflets, which can be dark green, bronze, or variegated. The genus name Impatiens comes from the Latin word meaning "impatient," referring to the plant's violent seed discharge from its ripe pods. Overall, New Guinea impatiens are versatile and attractive plants that add beauty to any garden or patio setting.