Jewelweed
Jewelweed
Jewelweed Plant
Impatiens Capensis is a beautiful, colorful perennial plant. It is a North American native species that will grow in the total sun or filtered sunshine in USDA plant growing zones 2 through 11.
Jewelweed Plant is separate from its cousin, the yellow jewelweed. While they share some similarities, such as flourishing in almost every growing zone in the contiguous United States, they are altogether different plants.
Impatiens Capensis takes its name not from the jewel-toned flowers but from the leaves. The leaves are broad, catching dewdrops and rain very effectively. As the water droplets reflect the morning sunshine, they look like tiny crystals.
Jewelweed Plant Has Bright, Attractive Orange Flowers
The jewelweed plant grows up to two feet tall, with lance-shaped leaves and bright orange. The flowers grow up to 3 1/3" across and have five petals. The narrow trumpet shape of this flower makes it very attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies. It blooms throughout the summer and into the first weeks of autumn.
The leaves are approximately 1/2" long, oval-shaped, and have serrated edges. They grow in an opposing pattern at the base and alternate at the top.
The species is known for its rapid seed dispersal. When someone touches the seed pods, they burst open, and the seeds will spread far and wide. Impatiens capensis grows best in moist, shady areas and can be grown in containers or beds.
It is an excellent choice for adding color to shady spots in the garden.
Caring for Jewelweed Plant
Jewelweed plant has a very self-sufficient and good-natured temperament. They are drought-resistant, cold-resistant, heat-resistant, and pest-resistant.
They're also self-fertilizing and self-seeding, meaning they will come back year after year without additional help. The only care you might give is providing about an inch of water weekly if needed.
Order Your Jewelweed Plant From Wholesale Nursery Today
Impatiens Capensis is a lovely plant with an easy-care nature that will be a joy to look at with little to no work. Order your plants from Wholesale Nursery today.
Shipping Information
We dig fresh our plants and ship immediately. We ship US Mail, Priority shipping. You will receive a tracking number once your plants ship. All plants will be fine in their packages for up to 3 days after receiving.
How We Protect Your Plants For Transit
We sell only bare root plants. We dip the roots in tera-sorb silicone gel to retain ample moisture for transit and surround with plastic. This is superior protection for plants in transit for up to 12 days.
Upon Receipt Of Your Plants
Open your plants and inspect the same day received. We offer 3 days to report any problems with your order. Bare root plants need to be planted within 2-3 days of receiving unless weather-related problems prohibit planting. Store in a cool place and keep roots moist and covered with plastic until they can be planted. Water for the first week daily after planting.