So are you folks growing impatiens this year? I saved seeds last year but now I'm reluctant to grow them. The article says it ruins the soil for two years.... Thinking maybe I'll do a few for pots and baskets on my porch, though apparently it can spread by airborne spores, too.
My coleus cuttings haven't done that well this winter, either. Usually they're bigger, thriving by this time of year. Admittedly, that's partially the gardener's fault. I've let them dry out badly a couple of times, causing leaf loss. Usually they recover fast from such abuse but a few of my favorites (Electric Lime, Sedona, Glory) just haven't grown much this year and generally don't look so good. I haven't done any more cuttings from these fall grown ones but I intend to do some soon.
Karen
