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limp leaves and stems

19 years ago

I have some new impatiens on my patio-both are in containers. One is a new guinea impatiens and the other is the regular variety. Some of the leaves and stems are going limp. I think it is from overwatering. I gave them some fertilizer and watered and the next day we got a downpour. Will they bounce back on their own in a few days if I let the soil dry out a little? Or was the problem caused by something else? Any help is appreciated.

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MrImpatiens
19 years ago
It could be shock from being transplanted. They should settle in. I dont think overwatering would cause limpness the next day. Sometimes direct sun will cause this to happen as well.
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