Variety traits

Abundance and duration of Impatiens flowering

Impatiens L.

These are key indicators of Impatiens ornamental value, assessed through time intervals of flower life and visual scoring scales of flowering density on the bush.

In the reference 9 varieties crop Balsam, where this is mentioned in the description.

The duration of Impatiens flowering is measured by the interval from the beginning of the flowering phase to its completion, as well as by the longevity of an individual flower, which in Impatiens walleriana varies from 3 to 15 days depending on the inbred line. Flowering abundance is assessed on a 3- or 5-point scale based on the density of flower placement or the total number of flower stalks on the plant.

Modern hybrids, including New Guinea impatiens, are characterized by the ability to bloom continuously for up to 10 months under greenhouse conditions while maintaining a high density of inflorescences. Low abundance scores are associated with the characteristics of older forms of Impatiens balsamina, where flowers are hidden by foliage, or with a short life cycle of an individual flower, leading to visual gaps on the bush.

General information about the subject — on the page Abundance and duration of flowering.

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Varieties of Balsam mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.