Varieties and varieties of Vanka wet flower with description and characteristics

Impatiens are a favorite houseplant among gardeners. Popularly the flower is affectionately called Vanka wet, Ogonyok, Touch-me-not; there are many varieties and color variations of this plant. Impatiens blooms almost all year round, taking a break only in the winter months. Ogonyok's homeland is the tropical forests of Zanzibar. The flower received its original folk names for its wet stem and abundant sap when branches and leaves are broken off.

Description

Vanka wet takes pride of place on Russian window sills along with geraniums. It grows in a pot for several years without transplanting. When grown in open ground it is an annual plant. Main characteristics and distinctive features:

• Thick juicy stem, highly brittle.
• The leaves are rich green in color with small “teeth” along the edges.
• It requires regular watering and cannot tolerate dry soil.
• There are two types of flowers: double and non-double.
• The bush is compact with a shallow superficial root system.

Note: All types of balsams come from tropical forests: they love moisture, but do not tolerate direct sunlight. Leaves can get burned, plants need to be shaded.

The color variety is impressive: red, yellow, white, pink, purple, orange inflorescences in various combinations and shades.

Application

Annual varieties are used in garden plots and city flower beds. Impatiens are planted in alpine hills and in group plantings. Landscape designers successfully use various color combinations of different varieties of Vanka wet.

Impatiens are indispensable for decorating terraces, verandas and balconies, and hanging flowerpots. As a beautiful indoor plant, Ogonyok has been used since time immemorial, decorating Russian window sills. The flower is distinguished by friendly, abundant flowering and bright colors.

Species diversity

Impatiens with double flowers have become especially popular.Under natural conditions, the height of the plant can reach 1 meter; for indoor cultivation, low-growing varieties up to 50 centimeters in height have been bred and used.

Botanical classification

There are more than 500 species of representatives of the Balsamic family. Only 8 basic natural species are suitable for our latitudes. Over the past decade, a sufficient number of hybrids have been bred, acclimatized for the Russian climate. Breeders divide balsams into three main groups.

First group

Natural, traditional varieties of the popular Waller's balsam. It is grown in open ground and is an unpretentious indoor plant. Available in various colors and variations. The group is constantly replenished with new hybrids.

Second

Artificially bred modern hybrids obtained by crossing Waller's balsam. Breeders use so-called hand pollination of parental individual lines.

Third

New Guinean hybrids of the highland islands of New Guinea and the island of Java. Representatives of this group are distinguished by thicker stems and compact bushes. Suitable for growing on a windowsill.

To size

According to the shape and height of the bush, dwarf, medium-sized and tall species are distinguished. Dwarf and medium-sized forms are best suited for indoor growing. Tall species are used to decorate landscapes of personal plots.

Dwarf

The height of such plants is only 20 centimeters. The bushes are highly branched, characterized by short internodes and succulent strong stems with small pointed leaves.

Medium height

Specimens with a bush height of 40-50 centimeters are considered medium-sized. The distance in the internodes increases, the stems and branches are extended upward.

Tall

Garden giants, height can reach 1.5 meters. The flowers are large, the bush is spreading, the stem is extended upward, the leaves are large and pointed in shape.

By shape

There are different types of impatiens flowers. The number of petals, stamens, the thickness of the sepals and their arrangement - according to all these characteristics, rose-shaped, carnation-shaped and camellia-shaped forms are distinguished.

Camelliaceae

Flowers are distinguished by the correct classic arrangement of petals. Color variety - 9 colors. Small white dots can be seen on the petals.

Dianthus

The balsams of this group are similar in appearance to Dutch carnations. Petals may have white stripes, spots and dots.

Rosaceae

Terry options. Popular for indoor growing, intended for decorating balconies and terraces.

Description of popular varieties of balsam

There are a great many varieties of Vanka wet; every gardener can easily select a beautiful specimen for various growing purposes. It is important to study varietal characteristics and choose the right variety depending on the region and purpose.

Waller

An herbaceous perennial, also grown as an annual plant. It is distinguished by juicy thick stems and attractive flowers of various colors. The height of the bush is 50 centimeters. Waller's balsam is the basis for creating hybrids.

Garden

An annual plant for front gardens, city flower beds and alpine hills. The height of an adult plant is 1 meter. It is characterized by fragility and poor winter hardiness. Popular varieties: Camellia Flores, Baby Bush, Tom Thumb.

Camellia

Balsams of this type are distinguished by their pyramidal shape; the stems are thick, fleshy, and juicy. The flowers are lush, of various shades, formed in the axils of the leaves, the height of the plant is 50 centimeters.

New Guinea

African varieties in our climate are grown as annual plants to decorate balconies and terraces. Suitable for indoor growing, blooms all year round. The leaves are dark green with purple veins. The bush is compact in shape, 50 centimeters high.

Niamean

A hardy type of indoor balsam with two-color flowers of an original shape, reminiscent of a lady's slipper. The height of an adult plant is 60 centimeters. The flowers are located on long thin stalks. Requires pruning to form a bush.

Sultan-shaped

Originally from Africa. It is characterized by increased fragility of the main stem and takes root by cuttings. Height - 40 centimeters. There are various color variations.

Balfour

Garden type of balsams. Blooms and bears fruit in open ground. The plant is tall, more than 1 meter. The flowers are small, located on thin, long stalks.

Ordinary

A wild plant that grows along the banks of rivers and streams. Capable of forming continuous thickets. Flowers of original orchid shape, yellow. Used in folk medicine as an anti-inflammatory agent.

Creeping

The birthplace of the flower is Sri Lanka. Representative of creeping balsam. Produces bright yellow flowers and grows well indoors. Heart-shaped leaves with burgundy veins.

Small-flowered

A type of weed native to Siberia. The flowers are small, inconspicuous, yellow. It spreads quickly and captures new territories.

Iron-bearing

An annual plant native to India, up to two meters high. At the base of the leaf blade there are peculiar glands. The bush is spreading, the flowers are simple and delicate. Used for decorating fences and railings.

Kandy

Hybrid form of balsam. It is distinguished by large five-petal flowers of various colors. The bush is compact, ideal for alpine hills and high beds. Planted in flowerpots and hanging flowerpots.

Strawberries and cream

Orchid hybrid with double red and white flowers. Suitable for indoor and outdoor growing. The bush is compact, spreading, and branches well.

Peters

An African variety, similar in structure to Waller's balsam. The plant is elongated upward, the leaves are large and pointed. Dwarf variants and tall types have been bred.

Orchidaceous

Exotic look of indoor balsam. It is distinguished by large flowers of an unusual original shape, reminiscent of a shoe. It has poor winter hardiness and does not tolerate cold weather.

Thumb Boy

It is distinguished by large double flowers of various colors. Suitable for growing on a windowsill and outdoors. The tops must be pinched; for abundant flowering, use tight small pots.

Cutie

Forms a small dwarf compact bush no more than 20 centimeters high. The flowers are white with a pink center. Suitable for growing in balcony boxes and flowerpots.

Salmon Chiffon

Large double flowers of delicate salmon color are a distinctive feature of the variety. The spectacular appearance of the bush is achieved in group plantings and individual containers. The bush is compact. Salmon Chiffon blooms profusely, the flowers completely cover the plant.

Pink terry

The flowers resemble tea roses. Flowering is abundant, the bush is compact. It is grown indoors and in city flower beds.

Ampelny

Ornamental plant for indoor and outdoor growing conditions. Ideal for hanging pots, the stems bend easily and extend down from the pot.

Glandular

A wild-growing species of balsam is colloquially called Impatiens. Not suitable for indoor growing. An annual poisonous honey plant native to Asia, which has taken root in Russia. Pink flowers in various shades.

Annual

Used to decorate city flower beds. As a rule, the leaves of such plants are small. Recommended for beginners due to ease of care and maintenance.

Reviews

Bulygina Valentina Petrovna, 35 years old, Kazan: “I can’t imagine my garden without balsams. Wonderful unpretentious flowers. I plant hanging varieties in hanging flowerpots and decorate the terrace with them. I plant terry trees in high beds species together with fuchsia, alternating with hosts. The Toy Thumb variety is my favorite. I buy only hybrid seeds, I collect the rest myself, it’s very simple, the seed material is large, reminiscent of peas. I recommend using Vanka wet in flowerpots and group plantings.”