Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Rosa 'Graham Thomas'
Rosaceae · flowers
Impatiens walleriana
Balsaminaceae · flowers
David Austin Rose (Zones 5-10)
Impatiens (Zones 10-11)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 10–10
| Feature | David Austin Rose | Impatiens |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rosa 'Graham Thomas' | Impatiens walleriana |
| Family | Rosaceae | Balsaminaceae |
| Category | flowers | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Well-drained | Rich, Moist |
| Height | 5' | 1' 6" |
| Spread | 4' | 1' 6" |
| Bloom Season | Spring-Fall | Spring-Fall |
| Bloom Color | Yellow | Mixed |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Fast |
| Native Region | Hybrid (England) | East Africa |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
David Austin Rose
Impatiens
David Austin Rose
Impatiens
Choose David Austin Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–10.
Choose Impatiens if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in part shade to full shade with medium water in zones 10–11.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 10–10. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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