Description

Add a burst of color to your shady garden spots with the “Tom Thumb Blend” Balsam. This compact variety grows to a charming 12″-16″ tall and features a stunning array of 3/4″-1″ double blooms in shades of violet, white, rose, scarlet, and salmon. Known for attracting bumblebees and hummingbirds, these bushy plants are a delightful focal point that will thrive in part shade. Whether planted in a mixed bed or as a standalone feature, “Tom Thumb Blend” brings effortless beauty to your spring and summer garden.

Family: Balsaminaceae
Native: Exact origin unknown, possibly India
Hardiness: Annual
Exposure: Part shade. Balsam will adapt to a wide range of light from morning sun to nearly full shade. Where summers are hot, afternoon shade is especially important.
Bloom Period: Spring and summer
Plant Dimensions: 12″-16″ tall; 12″ wide
Variety Info: 3/4″-1″ double blooms in shades of violet, white, salmon, rose, and scarlet.

When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 65°-70°F.
Days to Emerge: 7 -14 days
Seed Depth: 1/8″
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 12″
Thinning: When 1″ tall, thin to 1 every 12″

Special Care: Balsam often reseed. Deadhead (remove spent blooms) if reseeding is not desired.