It’s hard to beat impatiens for long-lasting summer color in gardens that don’t get much sun. Grown as warm-season annuals in most areas, these low growing flowers fit well in containers as well as landscapes of all sizes.

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Bloom size: About 2 ½ inches across

Plant size: Common varieties grow 10-14 inches tall; New Guinea types reach 1-2 feet

Exposure: Shade or partial shade

Companions: Coleus, ferns, heuchera, hosta

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