Impatiens Blight: Silvered Leaves, No Flowers—Copper Fungicide Needed

Impatiens losing all flowers and buds, then developing silvered leaves and wasting away, have impatiens blight (downy mildew). Copper-based fungicides (like Soap-Shield from Gardens Alive) halt progression. Spray per label, repeat as directed. Remove and trash severely infected plants. Avoid overhead watering. Space for airflow. This disease spreads fast in humidity—act immediately.