Impatiens auricoma 'Jungle Gold': Yellow Orchid-Like Flowers for Shade Containers

Impatiens auricoma 'Jungle Gold' features yellow blooms resembling orchids and large, glossy leaves, making an interesting addition to containers where it blooms more profusely than in ground. Performs well in shade.

Care

Provide partial shade and humusy, moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered location.

Propagation

Start seed in early spring.

Problems

Caterpillars, gray mold, impatiens necrotic spot virus, fungal leaf spots, stem rot, Verticillium wilt.

Overview

• Height: 1–3 ft.
• Spread: 1–3 ft.
• Light: Part Shade to Full Shade
• Moisture: Dry to Medium
• Maintenance: Low
• Characteristics: Showy Flowers
• Bloom Time: Early Summer, Late Summer, Summer
• Flower Color: Yellow
• Uses: Container
• Seasonal Interest: Summer Interest
• Type: Annuals