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Impatiens balfourii is a species of the genus Impatiens known by the common names Balfour's touch-me-not, Kashmir balsam, [1] and poor man's orchid. It belongs to the family Balsaminaceae.
Impatiens balfourii, Poor Man's Orchid, Balfour's Touch-Me-Not, Kashmir Balsam - This is an old-fashioned species Impatiens many people remember from their grandmother's garden. Plants grow approx. 3' tall and 2' wide. Very lovely lavender, pink and white orchid shaped flowers are produced profusely above lush green foliage all Summer thru Fall.
Impatiens balfourii offers a delightful display of colorful flowers and can enhance the aesthetic appeal of gardens. However, it is crucial to be responsible in its cultivation and prevent its escape into sensitive ecosystems, as its invasive nature can have detrimental effects on native flora.
I winter sowed Impatiens balfourii five or six years ago. It winter sowed beautifully, and when the time came, I planted out my six pack ...Read More of plants. Those few little plants self-sowed, and ever since, I've had hundreds and hundreds of I. balfourii plants in my garden.
Impatiens balfourii is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender, pink and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens.
Also known as: Balfour’s touch-me-not, poor man’s orchid, Kashmir balsam. Balfour’s balsam is commonly planted in gardens as an ornamental. Its pretty flowers and easy maintenance make it a popular plant for shady, wet areas. However, it can quickly escape gardens and infest wetlands.
Balfour's Touch-Me-Not, Kashmir Balsam, Poor Man's Orchid Impatiens balfourii is an annual, can reach a height of up to 80 centimetres and flowers in Central Europe from July to September. Balfour's Touch-Me-Not originally comes from the Himalayan region.