Sunpatiens "Compact Rose Glow"

Plant name: SunPatiens® ‘Compact Rose Glow’
Scientific name: Impatiens hawkeri hybrid ‘Compact Rose Glow’

Plant description:
SunPatiens® ‘Compact Rose Glow’ is a dense, mounded impatiens hybrid selected for uniform growth and extended bloom performance. This compact selection develops sturdy, branching stems that maintain a neat profile throughout the season, making it suitable for containers, borders, and mass plantings. Its consistent structure allows for predictable spacing and reliable coverage in both residential and commercial landscapes.

Flower description:
Soft rose-pink flowers with a luminous appearance blanket the plant from late spring through frost. Blooms are broad and flat-faced, creating a smooth layer of color across the foliage. The warm pink tones blend easily with both cool and vibrant color palettes, making this variety a versatile addition to seasonal displays.

Leaf description:
Leaves are elongated with lightly serrated edges and a smooth, slightly glossy surface. Medium green foliage provides a balanced backdrop for the rose-pink blooms and retains its fullness with proper light and moisture levels.

Deciduous or evergreen:
Tender perennial in frost-free climates; typically grown as a seasonal annual in colder regions.

USDA grow zones:
USDA Zones 10–11 as a perennial; grown as an annual elsewhere.

Mature height and width:
14–24 inches tall and 14–24 inches wide, forming a rounded, compact mound.

Landscape uses:
Well suited for decorative containers, bedding displays, pathway borders, and mixed seasonal plantings. Its compact size allows it to fit neatly into smaller garden spaces while still delivering bold color coverage.

Native range:
Hybrid developed from New Guinea impatiens species native to Southeast Asia and nearby regions.

Sun exposure:
Full sun to partial shade. Consistent light encourages dense growth and strong flowering, while some protection from intense afternoon sun helps preserve foliage quality in warm climates.

Water requirements:
Prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil. Regular watering supports steady growth and prevents stress-related wilting. Avoid allowing the soil to remain overly wet for extended periods.

Pests and problems:
Generally low maintenance, though occasional aphids, mites, or thrips may appear. Reduced airflow or excess moisture can contribute to fungal concerns. Maintaining proper spacing helps keep foliage dry and healthy.

Heat and sun tolerance:
Selected for enhanced tolerance to heat and direct light compared to traditional impatiens. Maintains bloom production and structure through warm weather when supplied with consistent moisture.

Cold tolerance:
Sensitive to frost and prolonged cold exposure. Plants may decline rapidly once temperatures drop below freezing.

Growing tips:
Plant in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter to encourage vigorous growth. Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting and feed lightly during peak growth to sustain flowering. Deadheading is typically unnecessary, as the plant continues to produce new blooms on its own. Rotate container plants periodically for even light exposure and maintain steady watering practices to support a dense, uniform canopy of rose-pink flowers.

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State-Specific Restrictions - We ARE NOT responsible for any plant(s) that are not listed in these restrictions. Purchaser bears all responsibility for making sure the plant(s) they desire to purchase are not banned from being imported to the shipping state:

Arizona: Juglans spp.  

California: Castanea spp., Juglans spp., Pinus spp., Quercus spp.  

Colorado: Some counties restrict Prunus spp. Please verify your local county regulations.  

Florida: Castanea spp., Cornus spp., Quercus spp., Cornus mas 

Georgia: Vaccinium spp.

Hawaii: Pinus spp. 

Idaho: Humulus lupulus, Mentha spp., Vitis spp.

Indiana: Fragraria spp., Rosa spp. 

Kansas: Juglans spp.

Michigan: Abies spp., Vaccinium spp.

Montana: Pinus spp.

Nevada: Allium spp.

Mentha spp. 

New Jersey: Rosa spp.  

New York: Vitis spp.  

Oregon: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Quercus spp., Sambucus nigra, Ulmus spp., Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.

Texas: Juglans spp. 

Washington: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.  

Wisconsin: Abies spp., Pinus spp., Picea spp., Mentha spp. 

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