Silhouette® Red Star Double Impatiens Plant

You may have trouble deciding if the Silhouette® Red Star Double Impatiens offers a white blossom with red decoration or a red blossom with white decoration. Regardless, this rose-like bloom has it all going on, except the thorns of course; this robust double impatiens having fantastic branching and blooming earlier than many varieties!

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant in spring after the last frost date

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.5

Watering Specifics:

• - Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged

Fertilizer Type:

• - Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season

Pruning and Training:

• - Prune back the entire plant by 1/3 around midsummer

Additional Pest Management:

• - Watch for aphids, spider mites, and thrips
• - Monitor for fungal diseases, especially in humid conditions

Blooming Indicators:

• - Blooms continuously from spring through fall

Light Requirements:

• - Can tolerate morning sun but needs protection from intense afternoon sun

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Not heat-tolerant; may stop blooming in extreme heat
• - Not frost-hardy

Companion Plants for Double Impatiens:

• - Begonias: These shade-loving plants offer attractive foliage and flowers
• - Coleus: Their colorful foliage provides a beautiful contrast to Double Impatiens' flowers
• - Ferns: Various fern species can provide a lush, green backdrop for Double Impatiens
• - Caladiums: Their large, colorful leaves offer a striking complement to Double Impatiens
• - Hostas: These shade-loving perennials provide attractive foliage in various colors and patterns