
Impatiens walleriana
BRED BY PANAMERICAN SEED

How long has it been on the market?
New for 2020
Sun/shade requirements
Adaptable to shade, partial sun and sun
Habit
Mounded, upright
Grows to height/width
Grows to 10 to 12 inches high and 12 to 15 inches wide
Consumer care requirements
Space 8 inches to 10 inches and water as needed
Key features
Beacon offers high resistance to Impatiens downy mildew and will be available in six colors and two mixes. Beacon performs in baskets, window boxes, containers and in shaded landscapes.
Display tip:
Reassure gardeners with signage that Beacon is highly resistant to Impatiens downy mildew but without shining a light on the plant disease specifically, noting that it is tough and will survive all season.


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