This column often espouses the use of native plants, which are typically, but not always, perennial. That means they bloom for a certain period of time in the warmer months, whither back and then ...

As tender perennials, impatiens (Impatiens walleriana) are typically grown as annuals in many regions. These beautiful blooms are only winter hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 10 and 11, and many people ...

Impatiens is such a common plant for shade that some gardeners gag at the very mention of this ubiquitous plant. Not so fast! That's just bedding impatiens; there is a whole exciting world of species ...

Impatiens — the beloved bedding plant, the darling of dappled shade — continue to be dogged by downy mildew disease. Even plants that look healthy when you buy them at the garden center can become ...

A: There are several options to preserve your New Guinea impatiens (Impatiens hawker): Bring in the plants: After carefully grooming and inspecting the plant, treat for any insect problems or diseases ...