Balsam Tom Thumb Mixed
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Balsam Tom Thumb Mixed – Compact Blooms with Big Impact
Brighten up your garden with this charming dwarf balsam mix!
Balsam 'Tom Thumb Mixed' is a compact, bushy annual that produces double camellia-like blooms in a cheerful mix of pink, red, white, violet, and rose. With its tidy habit and vibrant flowers, it’s ideal for borders, containers, and small-space gardens. A classic heirloom variety that thrives in warm climates and adds instant colour.
- Botanical Name: Impatiens balsamina 'Tom Thumb Mixed'
- Height & Spread: 20–30cm tall × 20cm wide
- Position: Full sun to part shade
- Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
- Flowering Period: Mid-summer to early autumn
- Uses: Borders, containers, cottage gardens, cut flowers
- Other Names: Dwarf Balsam, Garden Balsam
- Approx: 0.230g/25 seeds per pkt
Why You'll Love It:
- Compact habit perfect for edging and pots
- Double blooms in a vibrant colour mix
- Fast-growing and easy to maintain
- Attracts bees and beneficial insects
- Great for warm-temperate climates like Victoria
🌿 Growing Instructions (Care Guide)
🌞 Sunlight:
Prefers full sun but tolerates part shade. More sun encourages compact growth and heavier flowering.
🌱 Soil:
Thrives in moist, well-drained soil. Enrich with compost before planting.
🌱 Sowing Instructions:
- Sow indoors in late winter or directly after last frost
- Cover seeds lightly (6mm deep)
- Germinates in 7–14 days at 21–24°C
- Space plants 20–25cm apart
💧 Watering:
Water regularly during establishment. Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy.
✂️ Maintenance:
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering
- Pinch tips to promote bushier growth
- Protect from frost and strong winds
🌼 Tip:
Perfect for edging veggie beds, filling gaps in borders, or creating cheerful potted displays. Combine with alyssum, marigolds, or dwarf zinnias for a vibrant summer palette.
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Balsam Tom Thumb Mixed – Compact Blooms with Big Impact
Brighten up your garden with this charming dwarf balsam mix!
Balsam 'Tom Thumb Mixed' is a compact, bushy annual that produces double camellia-like blooms in a cheerful mix of pink, red, white, violet, and rose. With its tidy habit and vibrant flowers, it’s ideal for borders, containers, and small-space gardens. A classic heirloom variety that thrives in warm climates and adds instant colour.
- Botanical Name: Impatiens balsamina 'Tom Thumb Mixed'
- Height & Spread: 20–30cm tall × 20cm wide
- Position: Full sun to part shade
- Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
- Flowering Period: Mid-summer to early autumn
- Uses: Borders, containers, cottage gardens, cut flowers
- Other Names: Dwarf Balsam, Garden Balsam
- Approx: 0.230g/25 seeds per pkt
Why You'll Love It:
- Compact habit perfect for edging and pots
- Double blooms in a vibrant colour mix
- Fast-growing and easy to maintain
- Attracts bees and beneficial insects
- Great for warm-temperate climates like Victoria
🌿 Growing Instructions (Care Guide)
🌞 Sunlight:
Prefers full sun but tolerates part shade. More sun encourages compact growth and heavier flowering.
🌱 Soil:
Thrives in moist, well-drained soil. Enrich with compost before planting.
🌱 Sowing Instructions:
- Sow indoors in late winter or directly after last frost
- Cover seeds lightly (6mm deep)
- Germinates in 7–14 days at 21–24°C
- Space plants 20–25cm apart
💧 Watering:
Water regularly during establishment. Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy.
✂️ Maintenance:
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering
- Pinch tips to promote bushier growth
- Protect from frost and strong winds
🌼 Tip:
Perfect for edging veggie beds, filling gaps in borders, or creating cheerful potted displays. Combine with alyssum, marigolds, or dwarf zinnias for a vibrant summer palette.
