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Balsam (Impatiens balsamina): A Whimsical Annual That Thrives With a Smile
2025/08/08 Report

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What Makes Balsam Special?

Balsam, also known as touch-me-not, rose balsam, or spotted snapweed, is a charming annual beloved for its camellia-like blooms and playful seed pods that burst open at the slightest touch.


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Native to Southeast Asia (India and Myanmar), it typically grows 8 to 30 inches tall, with toothed leaves and flowers in shades of pink, red, white, orange, yellow, purple, or bicolored varieties. Not only is it eye-catching, but it also attracts pollinators like bees and hummingbirds—delighting both gardeners and wildlife alike.

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