Impatiens cathcartii 'Cherry Bomb' Cacti & Succulents Full sun to light shade

Full sun to light shade in well drained soil

Not fussy about winter wet but particularly cheerful if given occasional summer "thunder shower" in places where they don't naturally occur

To 24-30" tall in clumps to 15" wide in sun to part shade with good drainage

USDA zone 8

Enjoys well-drained soil in part shade to shade

Impatiens cathcartii 'Cherry Bomb' Cacti & Succulents Full sun to light shadeThis wonderful selection was shared with us by Mr. Impatiens himself, Derick Pitman, hailing from Arunachal Pradesh in northern India, and differs from the usual yellow blooming form in two ways. First, it bares distinct maroon spotted stems, and second, red calyxes from which paired blooms emerge as early as late spring in cool climates. From damp places, preferring cool temperatures and rich, moist soil, and bright light for best bloom color.