Downy Mildew: This fungus causes whitish grey patches on the undersides and eventually both sides of the leaves. Burpee Recommends: Rotate crops with plants in a different family. Avoid overhead watering. Provide adequate air circulation, do not overcrowd plants. Do not work around plants when they are wet. Edema (Oedema): Leaves become distorted due to … Read more
Balsam is an annual that is simple to grow. The roughly 1 to 3-inch-wide flowers have a vibrant cup shape. They bloom in the late spring and continue through the first fall frost. The blossoms might be spotted, bicolored, or uniform in colour. In full sun to partial shade on fertile, porous, well-drained but moist … Read more
Balsam is an annual that is simple to grow. The roughly 1 to 3-inch-wide flowers have a vibrant cup shape. They bloom in the late spring and continue through the first fall frost. The blossoms might be spotted, bicolored, or uniform in colour. In full sun to partial shade on fertile, porous, well-drained but moist … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Balsam requires 60 to 70 days from sowing to produce flowers, so an early start is essential. Learn how to grow balsam and enjoy these lovely colorful flowers through the end of the season. Try growing Balsam … Read more
Aargh! Just when your flowers are beautiful and blooming, you notice shiny metallic-green beetles eating everything in sight. Japanese beetles can lay waste to all your gorgeous blooms almost overnight. But the good news is, they wont kill the plant, and you can fight back. Well cover the lifecycle of the Japanese beetle and share … Read more
Balsam plants, also known as Impatiens balsamina, are beautiful flowering annuals that produce vibrant, colorful blooms. With proper pollination, these plants can yield an abundant crop of flowers and seeds. This article provides a comprehensive guide on pollinating balsam plants to maximize your yield. Overview of Balsam Plants Balsam plants belong to the Balsaminaceae family … Read more
Are you looking to add a burst of color to your garden? Annual balsam flowers are a great choice. Impatiens balsamina is also known as Garden Balsam, Rose Balsam, and Touch-Me-Not. These vibrant flowers come in a variety of colors and are relatively easy to grow from seed. This blog post will guide you through … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]What’s more annoying than preparing your planting beds and carefully adding seedlings or transplants, only to have birds swoop down and peck at everything? Flying creatures like blackbirds, grackles, crows, and starlings all have a bad and well-earned reputation amongst gardeners. But here’s the complicating factor — you don’t want to harm the birds, you … Read more
Balsam plants, scientifically known as Impatiens balsamina, are beautiful annual flowers that add a pop of color to any garden with their brightly colored blooms However, like all plants, balsams are susceptible to diseases that can take a toll on their health and appearance. As a balsam plant owner, it’s important to be able to … Read more
A garden is full of life. It’s natural to have all kinds of insects buzzing around. Flies, beetles, bees, there are good and bad. So what about spider mites? Are they good bugs, or are they harmful to plants? Spider mites are a common pest that can infest indoor and outdoor plants, including balsam plants. … Read more