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Here's another beauty you probably haven't seen before. The "Blue Angel" Impatiens is a gorgeous rare species with blooms that almost look like little blue hummingbirds! This delightful Impatiens blooms all year long, and is easy to grow. The species name hasn't been determined yet. I don't know of any other source for this plant on the internet.
The Blue Angel Impatiens is an evergreen, perennial species from Asia. It has a trailing habit and grows to about 2 feet tall. It looks terrific in a hanging planter, so it can spill over the edge and the blooms can be enjoyed at eye-level. The 1½" flowers are bluish-lavender blending into yellow, with a curved "beak". Inside the blooms are attractive yellow markings. It flowers almost non-stop throughout the year! The blooms share a bird-like resemblance to the "Blue Dream" Impatiens, however this a different species. Since this plant is so rare, there isn't much information on it. It seems to do best between 50 and 85 degrees, but it can probably take up the mid-90s before it starts to lag. It doubt it can handle freezing temps, but fortunately it is an excellent houseplant. Just give it moist, well-draining soil and bright shade or filtered sun. Over 50% humidity is recommended.
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