Sunpatiens Impatiens Sunpatiens Spreading Variegated White = 'Sakimp018' (PBR) (Sunpatiens Series) (Ng/v)

👤 Non-toxic to humans

🐾 Non-toxic to pets

🌸 Blooming

🍪 Not edible

‍🌱 Easy-care

busy lizzie [SunPatiens Spreading Variegated White]

ABOUT

This variety of SunPatiens showcases distinct variegated foliage, where the leaves are a mix of green and creamy white patterns. This striking variegation adds tremendous visual interest and serves as a beautiful backdrop for the plant's flowers. The blossoms are a pure, crisp white, providing a strong contrast against the unique leaves. They have a classic impatiens shape, presenting a somewhat flat and rounded look with a small, distinctive notch at the edge of each petal. Overall, the plant gives off a lush and vibrant appearance that can brighten up any garden space with its variegated foliage and white flowers.

Plant Info

Care

Common Problems

About this plant

Names
- Synonyms
  Sunpatiens, Spreading Variegated White Impatiens, New Guinea Impatiens.
- Common names
  Impatiens Sunpatiens Spreading Variegated White = 'Sakimp018' (PBR) (Sunpatiens Series) (Ng/v).
Toxicity
- To humans
  The Sunpatiens is not generally considered toxic to humans. Ingestion of this plant typically doesn't result in serious poisoning. However, some individuals might experience mild upset stomach, vomiting, or diarrhea due to sensitivity or allergic reactions. If such symptoms occur, it is advisable to consult a healthcare provider.
- To pets
  Sunpatiens is not known to be toxic to pets. However, ingestion can sometimes cause mild gastrointestinal upset in some animals, such as vomiting or diarrhea. If your pet exhibits these symptoms after ingesting the plant, it's recommended to consult a veterinarian. Always monitor pets to ensure they are not eating plants that could potentially cause them harm.
Characteristics
- Life cycle
  Annuals
- Foliage type
  Evergreen
- Color of leaves
  Variegated
- Flower color
  White
- Height
  1-3 feet (0.3-0.9 meters)
- Spread
  2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters)
- Plant type
  Herb
- Hardiness zones
  10
- Native area
  Asia

Benefits

General Benefits
- High Heat Tolerance: The plant can withstand high temperatures, making it suitable for hot climates or summer gardens.
- Continuous Blooming: Sunpatiens offers a long blooming period from spring to frost, providing continuous color to the landscape.
- Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care, which is ideal for gardeners who prefer plants that do not need constant attention.
- Versatility: Can be used in various settings including containers, hanging baskets, and as a bedding plant due to its spreading nature.
- Disease Resistance: Resistant to many common plant diseases, particularly downy mildew, making it a healthier choice for your garden.
- Drought Tolerance: While it performs best with regular watering, Sunpatiens can tolerate short periods of drought.
- Bright Variegated Foliage: The variegated leaves add visual interest even when the plant is not in bloom.
- Attracts Pollinators: The flowers can attract butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators to your garden.
- Deer Resistance: Less likely to be eaten by deer than many other garden plants, offering a degree of protection in areas where deer are a problem.
Medical Properties
This plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying Qualities
This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses
- Impatiens can be used as a natural dye for fabrics, providing light pink to salmon hues depending on the mordant used.
- Gardeners may use the sticky sap to trap small insects like aphids, as a rudimentary form of pest control.
- Impatiens petals are sometimes included in salads or as decoration on desserts for a colorful, edible garnish.
- Pressed or dried Impatiens flowers can create beautiful motifs in handmade paper, adding a decorative touch to personal stationery.
- The plant can be used in sensory gardens, providing a tactile experience with its unique leaf texture and shape.
- Impatiens, with their vibrant flowers, can be used in color therapy gardens designed to provide visual stimulation and promote well-being through color.
- Creative eco-printing on fabric or paper can be done using Impatiens flowers and leaves to impart interesting patterns and shapes.
- These plants can serve as a tool for educational purposes, helping children learn about plant biology and the life cycle of flowers.
- Impatiens can be used as a temporary ground cover in events or garden parties, adding an instant splash of color to the landscape design.
- In craft projects, the unique variegated foliage of Impatiens can be featured in floral arrangements to provide contrast and highlight other flowers.

Interesting Facts

Feng Shui
The Sunpatiens is not used in Feng Shui practice.
Zodiac Sign Compitability
The Sunpatiens is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism
- Patience: Derived from its common name, "impatiens," which means "impatient," the plant ironically symbolizes patience in the face of adversity, reflecting the plant’s ability to quickly bounce back after being touched.
- Resilience: As Sunpatiens can endure various weather conditions from full sun to shade, they epitomize resilience and adaptability in changing environments.
- Motherly Love: The nurturing and spreading nature of the plant, coupled with its abundant growth, can represent a mother's enduring love and care.
- Solace and Comfort: The soft and soothing white blooms are often associated with feelings of consolation, providing comfort in times of stress or grief.
- Purity: The white color of Sunpatiens Spreading Variegated White is typically linked with purity, innocence, and spiritual enlightenment.

💧

Every 2-3 days

Water

☀️

2500 - 10000 Lux

Light

💦️

60%

Humidity

🪴

Every year

Repotting

🌱️

Spring to Summer

Propogation

✂️️

As needed

Pruning

Water
Water Sunpatiens regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. In hot climates and during peak summer months, it might require daily watering, especially if planted in containers or hanging baskets. Make sure to provide at least 1 inch of water per week, and increase the amount during periods of extreme heat or dry spells. Use a watering can or hose to water directly at the base of the plant, avoiding wetting the foliage to reduce the risk of disease. Adjust your watering frequency according to rainfall and temperature changes.
Light
Sunpatiens thrive best in partial to full sun, needing at least 4 to 6 hours of sunlight per day. They can tolerate more sun than traditional impatiens, but it's important to protect them from intense midday sun in very hot climates. The best spot for a Sunpatiens would be where it can receive morning sunlight and dappled shade during the hottest part of the day.
Temperature
Sunpatiens prefer warm conditions and will thrive in temperatures ranging from 60 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. They can endure a minimum temperature down to 45 degrees Fahrenheit, but frost or prolonged cold spells can severely damage or kill the plants. For optimum growth, maintain an ambient temperature around 70 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
Pruning
Pruning Sunpatiens helps to maintain their shape and encourages bushier growth. It is best to trim them back in early spring or when you notice the plant becoming leggy. Regularly deadheading spent blooms will promote more flowers. Pruning can be done every few weeks during the growing season to remove dead or damaged branches and to enhance the plant's appearance.
Cleaning
As needed
Soil
SunPatiens prefer rich, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH between 6.0 and 7.5. A good soil mix for these plants would be composed of peat moss, compost, and perlite or vermiculite to ensure adequate drainage and fertility.
Repotting
SunPatiens should be repotted every 1-2 years to refresh the soil and accommodate root growth. They should be carefully moved to a slightly larger pot with fresh potting mix, ideally in the spring or early summer.
Humidity & Misting
SunPatiens thrive in moderate to high humidity levels, but they are fairly adaptable. Provide conditions that resemble a typical garden environment, aiming for humidity levels between 40% and 70% for optimal growth.
Suitable locations
- Indoor
  Place SunPatiens in bright, indirect light indoors; keep soil moist.
- Outdoor
  Choose a spot with partial sun and shelter; keep well-watered.
- Hardiness zone
  10-11 USDA
Life cycle
The life of Impatiens SunPatiens Spreading Variegated White begins with seed germination, occurring in warm, moist soil conditions ideal for this variety. Following germination, seedlings emerge and establish a root system, while developing their first true leaves in preparation for photosynthesis. As the plant enters the vegetative growth stage, it forms a bushy structure with variegated leaves, spreading outwards to maximize light capture. Transitioning to the flowering stage, SunPatiens produces vibrant white flowers that continue blooming from early summer until the first frost. As temperatures cool, the plant enters senescence – a period of decline where it stops growing and sets seed if pollinated before dying, completing its annual life cycle. With appropriate care, such as deadheading, the plant can have an extended flowering period before reaching the end of its life cycle.
Propogation
- Propogation time
  Spring to Summer
- The most popular method of propagation for the Impatiens SunPatiens Spreading Variegated White, a variety within the SunPatiens series, is through cuttings. To propagate by cuttings, select a healthy, non-flowering stem and make a cut using a sharp, sterilized blade, ensuring the cutting is about 3-4 inches (approximately 7.5-10 centimeters) long. Remove the lower leaves, leaving about two or three at the top. The cutting can then be dipped in rooting hormone to facilitate root development, though this is optional. Afterward, the cutting should be placed in a well-draining soil mixture or a water container until roots appear, which typically takes a few weeks. Once the roots have established, the cutting can be transferred to a larger pot or to the garden, making sure the conditions are warm and humid to encourage growth.