Impatiens XL Lilac Spark - Busy Lizzie seeds
Impatiens XL Lilac Spark - Busy Lizzie seeds
Impatiens XL Lilac Spark - Busy Lizzie seeds
Impatiens interspécifique 'PAS1498986' XL Lilac Spark
Busy Lizzie, balsam, sultana
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Description
The interspecific Impatiens Solarscape® XL Lilac Spark charm with their large, lilac flowers with pink centres. Vigorous, opulent, and covered in blooms from spring to autumn, this variety creates a spectacle both in beds and pots, including in sunny positions. Resistant to diseases, particularly downy mildew, and tolerant of heat, this annual is easy to grow in rich, moist, well-drained soil.
The Impatiens Solarscape® XL Lilac Spark ‘PAS1498986’ is an F1 hybrid cultivar developed by PanAmerican Seed resulting from cross-breeding between two botanical species called Impatiens walleriana and I. hawkeri. The Solarscape® XL series offers impatiens suited to both sun and shade. Grown from seed, these varieties are comparable to those propagated by cuttings. The average size of XL plants is 20% larger than standard varieties: they stand out in beds, borders, and containers.
With a bushy, rounded habit, the impatiens Solarscape® XL Lilac Spark reaches 28 to 33 cm in height and a generous spread of 46 to 51 cm. Its large pink-mauve flowers with pink centres measure 6-7 cm in diameter. Flowering extends from May-June until the first frosts depending on the sowing date. The ovate, dark green, glossy leaves measure 5 to 7 cm long. The fleshy, ramified stems from the base contribute to the plant's density. It is a frost-tender perennial grown as an annual in our climates: it is completely destroyed by frost.
In landscape design, the Impatiens Solarscape® XL Lilac Spark colours beds, borders, planters, and hanging baskets for many long weeks. It pairs well with ornamental grasses such as Pennisetum or Carex and with silver-foliaged plants like Dusty Miller 'Silver Dust' to create elegant contrasts. In pots, combine it with calibrachoa 'Can-Can Rosies Pink Vein or trailing verbenas 'Virgo Sky Blue' for a cascading colour effect.
Our advice: To preserve soil moisture, apply a mulch around the base of the plants.
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Botanical data
Impatiens
interspécifique
'PAS1498986' XL Lilac Spark
Balsaminaceae
Busy Lizzie, balsam, sultana
Impatiens hybrida 'PAS1498986', Impatiens hybrida Solarscape® XL Lilac Spark
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
To successfully sow Impatiens Solarscape XL Lilac Spark, begin by sowing the seeds indoors approximately 8 to 10 weeks before the last frosts typically observed. Use a light, well-draining potting compost, preferably enriched with organic matter. The seeds should simply be pressed onto the surface of the soil as they require light to germinate. Maintain a constant temperature of 20-24°C and ensure the growing medium remains moist but not waterlogged. Germination should occur within 14 to 21 days. Once the seedlings are sufficiently developed, transplant them into individual pots, gradually acclimatising them to outdoor conditions. Wait until the risk of frosts has completely passed before planting them in the ground or in containers, spaced 15-20 cm apart.
Impatiens are easy to grow. They should be placed in full sun or partial shade. To accelerate their growth, bring them on in pots in a warm and bright location. Place the Impatiens in cool, well-drained soil rich in humus. Water regularly, but without overwatering. Apply a liquid fertiliser for containers once or twice a week during the growing period. Remove faded flowers and dry leaves as needed to maintain a neat appearance and prolong flowering. Be mindful to protect them from slugs, which are fond of their young leaves. Lastly, although this variety is resistant to downy mildew, it is important to monitor for signs of disease or parasitic issues and intervene promptly if necessary.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.