Description
Beacon Violet impatiens covers its mounded green foliage with violet to pink-purple blooms, bringing welcome color to areas that receive limited direct sun. The Beacon series offers strong resistance to impatiens downy mildew, a valuable trait for humid Southeastern gardens.
Growing Beacon Violet in Alabama
Plant in partial to full shade and rich, well-drained soil. Maintain even soil moisture without allowing pots or beds to stay soggy. In Alabama’s summer heat, hanging baskets and smaller containers may need more frequent watering. Filtered light or gentle morning sun is suitable, but protect plants from strong afternoon exposure. Space plants for airflow and use ordinary disease-prevention practices even with resistant varieties. Flowers can continue until frost.
Size: About 14–18 inches tall and 12–14 inches wide. Use: Shady borders, porch containers, and baskets. Usually grown as a warm-season annual in Alabama.
