FAQ

Why are the leaves on my SunPatiens turning yellow?
In general, leaves that turn yellow indicate one of the following:
Excess moisture due to poorly drained soil, excess watering or excess rainfall.
Lack of fertilizer; especially nitrogen.Only water if the soil is dry and not just the
mulch. It helps to allow the soil to dry slightly between irrigations and force the
plants to work and make their roots stronger. SunPatiens can tolerate some wilt
stress and forcing them to work a bit more promotes a stronger root system and
overall more vibrant plant.
Try feeding them with fertilizer weekly with Miracle Gro at the ½ or 1/3 rate.
Feeding more often at a weaker strength works better in some situations.
Keep mulch away from the plant stems to avoid stem rot.
Are Sunpatiens affected by extreme heat and or winds?
In general, SunPatiens do well under warm and humid conditions, but strong drying
winds can tax the plants. Stressful conditions can fade the flowers and draw
moisture from the plant tissue, but the plants should be able to handle this.
SunPatiens do tolerate some wilting so be careful not to overwater them which can
cause root rot. We suggest allowing the soil to thoroughly dry in between irrigations
to make the plant’s roots work a bit harder which will strengthen them and tone the
plants.
Are the flowers and leaves on SunPatiens safe for dogs?
SunPatiens are not toxic to dogs but might cause an upset stomach. Below is some
feedback on Impatiens and known toxic plants.
Sunpatiens is a rather new Impatiens hybrid. As a result, the ASPCA as well as other
reputable animal care organizations have not yet listed it as a toxic or non-toxic
substance. However, since it is a member of the Impatiens family, it is safe to assume
that it is safe around dogs. It is also harmless around cats. Both the Impatiens and
Impatiens hawker used to develop that Sunpatiens are not deemed harmful by the
ASPCA.