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New Guinea Impatiens Not Blooming in Full Shade: Move to Sun

Donna in Kentucky has New Guinea impatiens in full shade losing blooms. Kept watered.

Solution (C.L.)

New Guinea impatiens need at least 3 hours sun to bloom well. Even regular impatiens prefer 1-2 hours direct sun. Move to sunnier spot now for summer blooms. For full shade, use colorful coleus or bright pots with ferns.

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