Roller Coaster White Lightning New Guinea Impatiens

Light Needs

Full Shade to Partial Shade

(0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

1 Foot

Mature Spread

1 Foot

Roller Coaster White Lightning New Guinea Impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri) delivers an abundance of crisp white, double blooms with delightful, ruffled edges. The undulating petals create a lovely texture above glossy green leaves. Each plant forms a neat, mounding shape, generally reaching 12 to 16 inches tall in partial to full shade. We like to add its bright white color to dim corners, giving a cheerful glow through summer’s heat.

Its semi-double, layered petals and compact growth habit suit a variety of garden settings, from border plantings to container arrangements. Native to tropical regions, New Guinea Impatiens adapt well to warm, humid climates and hold their flowers for extended periods. This selection remains fairly low-maintenance and shows off in mass plantings or as a focal point in hanging baskets. Dense foliage helps it resist light wind and rain.

Roller Coaster White Lightning New Guinea Impatiens Care

Provide moderately rich, well-draining soil, and maintain even moisture without creating soggy conditions. A slightly acidic to neutral soil pH helps promote healthy root growth. Place it where it receives part to full shade, and feed with a balanced fertilizer every couple of weeks during active growth. Avoid harsh midday sun to minimize stress on foliage.

Trim away any withered or damaged stems to keep a clean appearance, and remove old flowers to encourage fresh buds. Potted specimens benefit from attentive watering, especially during high temperatures. If you’re in a colder area, treat this plant as an annual or bring containers indoors when nighttime temperatures drop below 55°F. Set the plant in a bright windowsill if overwintering indoors.

Roller Coaster White Lightning New Guinea Impatiens Spacing

Position plants about 12 inches apart in garden beds or mass plantings, allowing each one room to fill out. Consider a container around 10 inches wide for a single starter to prevent excess moisture buildup. Larger planters can host multiple impatiens, but be sure there’s adequate drainage.

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