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Impatiens capensis Meerb.
Spotted jewelweed, orange jewelweed

• Zone:

  to zone 3

• Preferred habitat:

  Moist, rich, well-drained woodland soil

• Size:

  Large

• Urban tolerance:

  Moderate

• Propagation:

  Simple sowing in the summer or fall.

• General information:

  Shorter and more tolerant of harsh, sunny areas than yellow jewelweed. Will even tolerate brief standing water. Freely self-seeds.