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bedding impatiens; series
At‑a‑glance
- Group/Class: bedding impatiens; series
- Height × spread: 10–12 in (25–30 cm) × 10–12 in (25–30 cm)
- Bloom window: late spring to summer to frost
- Color & flower form: large single blooms in many solid colors and star patterns
- Fragrance: 0 none
- USDA hardiness: grown as annual in most of North America; tender perennial in Zones 10–11
- Breeder / Year / Origin: Syngenta Flowers (Goldsmith), unknown, USA
- Pet safety: safe
How it differs
- Slightly taller and more vigorous than compact bedding series.
- Larger blooms for high visual impact.
- Handles cooler growing conditions well at the start of the season.
Strengths
- Uniform mounded habit and broad color range.
- Performs in packs and larger containers.
- Good garden vigor for full beds.
Care in one minute
Site: part shade to full shade with air movement.
Soil: fertile, well‑drained; neutral to slightly acidic.
Water: steady moisture; water early in the day if possible.
Feeding: balanced slow‑release at planting plus light liquid feed in midsummer.
Grooming: no deadheading; pinch lightly only if needed.
Overwintering: treat as annual outside Zones 10 to 11.
Watch‑outs
- Susceptible to impatiens downy mildew in humid weather.
- Requires even moisture; drought reduces bloom.
- Avoid intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Best uses (tags)
Provenance note
‘Accent’ traces to the Goldsmith breeding program and continues under Syngenta Flowers as Accent Premium.
References
- Wisconsin Horticulture – Impatiens downy mildew
- ASPCA – Impatiens spp. non‑toxic to cats and dogs
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