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pale jewelweed

pale jewelweed

Impatiens pallida

perennialβ›… part shadeπŸ’§πŸ’§πŸ’§ high waterZone 10a – Zone 9b

Pale jewelweed is a shade-loving wildflower with delicate pale yellow flowers and succulent stems that prefers consistently moist conditions. It attracts hummingbirds and pollinators, making it a charming addition to woodland gardens and moist shaded areas.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
2–8.2β€² tall Γ— 1.5–3β€² wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

low

Flood Tolerance

low
Zone 10aZone 9b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 10a to Zone 9b

pH Range

6.87.4
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 6.8 to 7.4

Soil Texture

Coarse, Medium, Fine

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SummerFall

Succession Role

early successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

Eastern North America

Native to: Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia

Function & Care

wildlife benefitpollinator nectary

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed