Super Elfin® Coral Impatiens

Super Elfin® Coral is a mounding, shade-loving Impatiens walleriana with coral blooms. [Hoods Gardens' current Super Elfin listing](https://www.hoodsgardens.com/plant/Impatiens-Super-Elfin) includes Coral among the XP colors, identifies it as a summer bloomer, and lists an 8–10 inch height with a 12–14 inch spread. ## Placement Use it for shaded edging, mass plantings, hanging baskets, or containers. Hoods Gardens describes the series as compact and vigorous; the listed size suits lower beds and smaller containers. ## Growing [NC State Extension's Impatiens walleriana profile](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/impatiens-walleriana/) describes the species as a herbaceous perennial in tropical climates but commonly grown as an annual elsewhere. It grows best in partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil supplemented with organic matter. Too much sun can scorch leaves, while hot, dry spells call for extra water. NC State reports that the species typically blooms from late spring into fall. ## Maintenance Keep the soil moist but well drained, increasing water in hot, dry weather. If plants become leggy late in summer, NC State advises trimming the top third to encourage new growth.