Gerbera Daisy vs Impatiens

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Gerbera Daisy

Gerbera jamesonii

Asteraceae · flowers

Deer ResistantMedium Maintenance

Impatiens

Impatiens walleriana

Balsaminaceae · flowers

Low Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Gerbera Daisy (Zones 8-11)

Impatiens (Zones 10-11)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 10–11

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Gerbera Daisy	Impatiens
Scientific Name	Gerbera jamesonii	Impatiens walleriana
Family	Asteraceae	Balsaminaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Well-drained	Rich, Moist
Height	1' 6"	1' 6"
Spread	1'	1' 6"
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Spring-Fall
Bloom Color	Mixed	Mixed
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	South Africa	East Africa
Maintenance	Medium	Low

Special Traits

Gerbera Daisy

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Impatiens

No — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Gerbera Daisy

✓Crown rot is the biggest killer — plant high with crown above soil level.
✓Excellent container plant.
✓Remove spent stems at base.
✓Provide afternoon shade in hot climates.

Impatiens

✓Keep soil consistently moist.
✓No deadheading needed — self-cleaning.
✓Pinch for bushier growth.
✓Watch for downy mildew — choose resistant varieties.
✓Feed monthly.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Gerbera Daisy if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 8–11.

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 10–11. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

View Gerbera DaisyProfile →View ImpatiensProfile →

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Gerbera Daisy and Impatiens grow in the same hardiness zone?

Gerbera Daisy grows in USDA zones 8-11, while Impatiens grows in zones 10-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 10 through 11.

Do Gerbera Daisy and Impatiens have the same sun and water needs?

Gerbera Daisy needs full sun and medium water, while Impatiens needs part shade to full shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Gerbera Daisy or Impatiens?

Both Gerbera Daisy and Impatiens reach approximately 1' 6" in height, with spreads of 1' and 1' 6" respectively.

Are Gerbera Daisy and Impatiens deer resistant?

Gerbera Daisy is deer resistant, but Impatiens is not. If deer are a concern, Gerbera Daisy is the better choice, or protect Impatiens with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Gerbera Daisy or Impatiens?

Gerbera Daisy has medium maintenance while Impatiens has low maintenance. Impatiens may be easier for beginning gardeners to manage.

Explore More Data Tools

For adjacent public-data tools, methodology notes, and network updates, visit DataPeek Facts.

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Gerbera Daisy	Impatiens
Scientific Name	Gerbera jamesonii	Impatiens walleriana
Family	Asteraceae	Balsaminaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Well-drained	Rich, Moist
Height	1' 6"	1' 6"
Spread	1'	1' 6"
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Spring-Fall
Bloom Color	Mixed	Mixed
Growth Rate	Medium	Fast
Native Region	South Africa	East Africa
Maintenance	Medium	Low

Care Tips

Gerbera Daisy

✓Crown rot is the biggest killer — plant high with crown above soil level.
✓Excellent container plant.
✓Remove spent stems at base.
✓Provide afternoon shade in hot climates.

Impatiens

✓Keep soil consistently moist.
✓No deadheading needed — self-cleaning.
✓Pinch for bushier growth.
✓Watch for downy mildew — choose resistant varieties.
✓Feed monthly.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Gerbera Daisy if you don't mind medium maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 8–11.

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 10–11. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Gerbera Daisy and Impatiens grow in the same hardiness zone?

Gerbera Daisy grows in USDA zones 8-11, while Impatiens grows in zones 10-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 10 through 11.

Do Gerbera Daisy and Impatiens have the same sun and water needs?

Gerbera Daisy needs full sun and medium water, while Impatiens needs part shade to full shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Gerbera Daisy or Impatiens?

Both Gerbera Daisy and Impatiens reach approximately 1' 6" in height, with spreads of 1' and 1' 6" respectively.

Are Gerbera Daisy and Impatiens deer resistant?

Gerbera Daisy is deer resistant, but Impatiens is not. If deer are a concern, Gerbera Daisy is the better choice, or protect Impatiens with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Gerbera Daisy or Impatiens?

Gerbera Daisy has medium maintenance while Impatiens has low maintenance. Impatiens may be easier for beginning gardeners to manage.