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Jewelweed Plant, Impatiens Capensis Attracts Hummingbirds To your Garden - Tn Nursery

13 Aug 2022 · 2 min

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In this TN Nursery video, the host introduces the jewelweed plant (Impatiens capensis), a North‑American native also called orange balsam, orange jewelweed, spotted jewelweed, or spotted touch‑me‑not. The plant is described as a self‑seeding annual/perennial that reaches 2–5 ft, belongs to the Asteraceae family, and follows a seasonal cycle: seedlings emerge in early spring, reach full size by late August, flower from midsummer through frost, and produce edible fruit that explosively releases seeds. Jewelweed tolerates heavy shade and very wet soil, thriving in damp, shady sites and containers, making it suitable for native‑plant gardens. Its bright blooms attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, enhancing garden visual appeal. The video concludes with a sales call‑to‑action, noting that the plant is available for purchase at Tennessee Wholesale Nursery with low prices and fast shipping.

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Welcome to TN Nursery YouTube channel. Today let's talk about jewelweed plant. Jewelweed plant, Impatiens capensis, is a perennial plant native to North America and is known by several names such as orange balsam, orange jewelweed, spotted jewelweed, and spotted touch-me-not. It is a self-seeding annual that grows about 2 to 5 feet tall. It is a member of the Asteraceae family. Seedlings emerge in the early spring and reach their full size by the end of August. The plant begins to flower in the middle of summer and continues blooming until winter frost damages it. It even bears edible fruit. The fruit, hidden inside an elongated capsule, pops open at the slightest touch in full bloom. Many plants cannot thrive under harsh conditions such as heavy shade and extremely wet soil. However, this plant can thrive even in unforgiving circumstances. On the surface, this perennial and the closely related Impatiens pallida are similar in appearance. It is an excellent addition to native plant gardens that you can find in damp, somewhat shady conditions. It is also a good option for container gardening. The blooms are attractive, but they also attract various insects such as hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, all of which are lured to the blossoms and create a great visual experience. Jewelweed plant is for sale at Tennessee Wholesale Nursery, with low prices and fast shipping. Thanks for watching!