Impatiens niamniamensis (Parrot Plant)
Parrot Plant, Congo Cockatoo
Impatiens niamniamensis (Parrot Plant) is a short-lived, evergreen, bushy perennial with striking, cornucopia-shaped, greenish-yellow flowers, each with a long orange, red, crimson or purple spur. Blooming in summer and fall, the hooded flowers dangle below the foliage of oval, toothed leaves. Native to Central Africa, this species makes a beautiful show in the garden or in a container and, when happy, will flower from the base of the plant up to the tip, sometimes presenting an abundance of blooms. It does not do well in high heat and humidity.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 24-36 in. tall (60-90 cm) and 12 in. wide (30 cm).
- Performs best in part shade in moist but well-drained soils. Provide a sheltered location.
- Keep an eye out for glasshouse red spider mite, vine weevil and aphids if grown indoors.
- No pruning required.
- Propagate by seed or softwood cuttings.
- Native to Tropical Africa.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 12 |
Climate Zones | 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Annuals, Perennials |
Plant Family | Impatiens |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 12 |
Climate Zones | 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Annuals, Perennials |
Plant Family | Impatiens |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |