Common Jewelweed
Impatiens capensis
Also listed as Impatiens biflora, Impatiens fulva
Also known as Spotted Jewelweed, Spotted Touch-me-not, Orange Balsam
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A tender annual wildflower with succulent stems, jewel-toned flowers in orange-red with yellow markings, and translucent seed pods. Thrives in shaded, wet areas and self-seeds readily.
Why grow it
Common jewelweed offers reliable seasonal color in difficult shaded, wet sites where many ornamentals struggle. Its nectar attracts hummingbirds and pollinators, and the self-seeding habit reduces replanting work if conditions suit it. Compared to other shade-loving annuals, it tolerates consistently moist soil better than most impatiens relatives and requires minimal fertilizer input.
Watch out for
Seedlings are delicate and benefit from consistent moisture during establishment rather than allowing soil to dry between waterings. In very warm regions or containers, spider mites can occasionally appear on stressed plants. The translucent seed pods shatter when fully mature, which aids natural dispersal but means harvesting for replanting must occur before complete pod ripening.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Balsaminaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A tender annual wildflower with succulent stems, jewel-toned flowers in orange-red with yellow markings, and translucent seed pods. Thrives in shaded, wet areas and self-seeds readily.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Common Jewelweed grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Common jewelweed offers reliable seasonal color in difficult shaded, wet sites where many ornamentals struggle. Its nectar attracts hummingbirds and pollinators, and the self-seeding habit reduces replanting work if conditions suit it. Compared to other shade-loving annuals, it tolerates consistently moist soil better than most impatiens relatives and requires minimal fertilizer input.
Watch out for
Seedlings are delicate and benefit from consistent moisture during establishment rather than allowing soil to dry between waterings. In very warm regions or containers, spider mites can occasionally appear on stressed plants. The translucent seed pods shatter when fully mature, which aids natural dispersal but means harvesting for replanting must occur before complete pod ripening.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Balsaminaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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