How do you feel about growing Impatiens in your garden?
A. Love it! They’re so colorful and easy to manage.
B. They’re okay, but I prefer other plants.
C. Not a fan, they tend to be invasive.
D. Never really thought about it.
What’s your favorite memory involving Impatiens?
A. Planting them with family.
B. Seeing them bloom in my garden.
C. Exploring a park with lots of Impatiens.
D. I don’t have a specific memory.
What makes you nervous about cultivating Impatiens?
A. Them becoming invasive.
B. Potential diseases.
C. Attracting pests.
D. I don’t really worry about them.
How often do you plant Impatiens in your garden?
A. Every year without fail.
B. Occasionally, if I find the time.
C. Rarely, maybe once.
D. Never.
What’s your favorite Impatiens species?
A. Busy Lizzie (Impatiens walleriana).
B. Touch-me-not (Impatiens noli-tangere).
C. Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera).
D. I don’t have a favorite.
You have a choice of growing Impatiens or Dahlias, which do you choose?
A. Impatiens, definitely.
B. Dahlias.
C. Can I choose both?
D. Neither, I prefer a different plant.
What aspect of Impatiens makes you the most happy?
A. Their vibrant colors.
B. Their low maintenance.
C. Their ability to fill space quickly.
D. I’m not particularly fond of them.
When you think about gardening with Impatiens, what are you most concerned about?
A. Proper watering.
B. Sunlight exposure.
C. Disease control.
D. I don’t have major concerns.
How confident are you in identifying different species of Impatiens?
A. Very confident, I know most of them.
B. Somewhat confident, I can identify a few.
C. Not too confident, but I can recognize the common ones.
D. Not confident at all.
Someone asks “Why do you plant Impatiens?” what’s your actual answer?
A. They add beautiful color to my garden.
B. They’re easy to grow and manage.
C. They remind me of my childhood garden.
D. I don’t plant them.
What keeps you up at night about growing Impatiens?
A. Potential invasiveness.
B. Diseases and pests.
C. Ensuring they get enough water.
D. Nothing, I don’t worry about them.
Which of these activities would you enjoy the most?
A. Planting Impatiens in a community garden.
B. Attending a workshop on Impatiens horticulture.
C. Exploring parks with native Impatiens species.
D. None of the above.
How comfortable are you with the idea of growing Impatiens?
A. Very comfortable.
B. Fairly comfortable.
C. Slightly uncomfortable.
D. Very uncomfortable.
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear “Impatiens”?
A. Beautiful flowers.
B. Busy Lizzie or Touch-me-not.
C. Gardening challenges.
D. I don’t have a specific thought.
What is most likely to make you feel down about growing Impatiens?
A. If they don’t bloom well.
B. If they get diseased.
C. If they become invasive.
D. I don’t grow them, so I don’t worry.
In a perfect world, what would an ideal Impatiens garden look like?
A. Vibrant, healthy, and diverse.
B. Low-maintenance with minimal pests.
C. In harmony with other garden plants.
D. I’m not sure, don’t have a vision for it.
What aspect of Impatiens gardening frustrates you the most right now?
A. Dealing with their invasiveness.
B. Managing diseases.
C. Ensuring they get enough water and sunlight.
D. No frustrations since I don’t grow them.
How prepared are you for dealing with diseases in Impatiens?
A. Very prepared, I know what to do.
B. Somewhat prepared, I need more info.
C. Not very prepared, it worries me.
D. Not prepared at all.
What is your current biggest challenge with Impatiens?
A. Keeping them healthy.
B. Preventing them from becoming invasive.
C. Finding the right spot in the garden.
D. I don’t grow Impatiens.
What’s your go-to resource for Impatiens gardening tips?
A. Gardening books.
B. Online forums and websites.
C. Advice from friends or community members.
D. I don’t seek out gardening tips.
If you could choose any Impatiens trait to improve, which one would you choose and why?
A. Disease resistance, to make them easier to grow.
B. Flowering duration, to enjoy blooms longer.
C. Growth control, to prevent invasiveness.
D. I’m not sure, I don’t have much knowledge on them.
How confident are you in managing the growth of Impatiens to prevent them from becoming invasive?
A. Very confident.
B. Somewhat confident.
C. I’m not confident.
D. I don’t manage their growth.
A specific situation arises where Impatiens take over your garden, how do you react?
A. Act immediately to control them.
B. Seek advice from experts.
C. Consider removing them permanently.
D. It’s not a concern for me.
Which of these scenarios related to Impatiens would you enjoy the most?
A. Visiting a botanical garden with diverse Impatiens species.
B. Participating in a community project planting Impatiens.
C. Attending a talk about Impatiens medicinal uses.
D. None, I’m not interested.
What do you think is missing in your quest to successfully grow Impatiens?
A. Better disease control methods.
B. Knowledge on preventing invasiveness.
C. More gardening space.
D. I’m not looking to grow them.
Which member of the gardening community are you when it comes to Impatiens?
A. The enthusiast, always planting and discussing them.
B. The casual grower, they’re part of the garden but not the focus.
C. The skeptic, concerned about their invasiveness.
D. The non-grower, I don’t plant Impatiens.
You have one hour at a plant nursery, what do you do?
A. Choose new varieties of Impatiens to plant.
B. Search for gardening tools and supplies.
C. Seek out advice from nursery staff on Impatiens care.
D. Browse other plants and flowers.
When you were a kid, how did you engage with Impatiens?
A. Loved playing around them in the garden.
B. Helped a family member plant and care for them.
C. Not much interaction with Impatiens.
D. I don’t remember any significant interaction.
How do you handle overgrown Impatiens in your garden?
A. Prune them regularly.
B. Use them as ground cover in controlled areas.
C. Repot and redistribute them.
D. It’s not something I deal with.
Do you find Impatiens easier to grow compared to other garden plants?
A. Yes, they’re very easy.
B. About the same.
C. A bit more challenging.
D. I don’t grow them, so I wouldn’t know.
Tell us a little about your view on Impatiens being used as ornamental plants.
A. They’re great and add beauty to gardens.
B. They’re good but need careful management.
C. I worry about their invasiveness.
D. I don’t have a strong opinion.
What do you dream about when it comes to having Impatiens in your garden?
A. A vibrant, blooming display throughout the seasons.
B. Healthier plants with fewer pests and diseases.
C. Finding unique and rare species to grow.
D. I don’t usually think about them.
How do you feel about the idea of Impatiens being used in landscape interventions?
A. It’s a great idea, they’re beautiful and versatile.
B. It’s okay, but should be controlled.
C. I’m concerned about the potential invasiveness.
D. Indifferent, I don’t have a strong opinion.
What’s your go-to activity when it comes to Impatiens care?
A. Watering and ensuring they get the right amount of light.
B. Regularly checking for pests and diseases.
C. Pruning and managing their growth.
D. I don’t have a go-to activity for them.
How do you handle transplanting Impatiens in your garden?
A. With care, ensuring they adapt well.
B. Occasionally, if needed.
C. Avoid it to prevent stress on the plants.
D. I don’t transplant them.
Which of these issues is most likely to be a struggle for you?
A. Managing Impatiens invasiveness.
B. Dealing with pests and diseases.
C. Providing adequate water and nutrients.
D. I don’t grow Impatiens, so none.
What’s your favorite attribute of Impatiens flowers?
A. Their bright and varied colors.
B. Their resilience and easy maintenance.
C. Their fast growth.
D. I don’t have a favorite attribute.
What plants do you most want to explore in place of Impatiens?
A. Dahlias.
B. Roses.
C. Lavender.
D. I have no preference.
What happened in the past when you tried growing Impatiens?
A. They flourished and added great beauty.
B. They did okay, but faced some challenges.
C. They took over too much.
D. I’ve never tried growing them.
If you could waive a magic wand, what would the perfect Impatiens plant be like?
A. Disease-resistant and low-maintenance.
B. Longer blooming season.
C. Controlled growth that doesn’t become invasive.
D. I’m not sure, I don’t focus on them.
What’s your idea of an ideal Impatiens gardening space?
A. A colorful, low-maintenance garden bed.
B. A balanced garden with diverse flowers.
C. A controlled environment where they can be managed easily.
D. I don’t have an ideal space, as I don’t grow them.
How connected do you feel to the gardening community related to Impatiens?
A. Very connected, part of local groups and online forums.
B. Somewhat connected, occasionally engage.
C. Not very connected, I garden on my own.
D. Not connected at all.
What is your strongest skill related to growing Impatiens?
A. Choosing the right varieties.
B. Ensuring proper watering and light.
C. Managing their growth and preventing invasiveness.
D. I don’t have any specific skills related to them.
Are you stuck in a particular way of gardening with Impatiens?
A. Yes, I always follow the same routine.
B. Sometimes, but I try new methods occasionally.
C. No, I’m always experimenting with new techniques.
D. I don’t garden with Impatiens.