Also known as Jewelweed, this readily self-seeding annual grows 2 to 5 feet tall on weak stems, and is best grown in naturalized clumps or allowed to self-seed in wilder areas. It produces small, orange flowers that bloom throughout the summer and fall, and seed pods that "pop" when touched (the closely related Impatiens pallida, Pale Touch-Me-Not, has yellow flowers). This plant grows best in medium to wet soils, and is highly attractive to hummingbirds that rely on the flowers' nectar during fall migration.
These Audubon locations near you offer native plant services
In some parts of the country you may not have a "local" Audubon that is able to provide help with native plants for birds, but we will still show you the closest Audubon that can help.
5902 Lake Washington Boulevard S., Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 652-2444
1429 Avenue D, PMB 198, Snohomish, WA 98290
director@pilchuckaudubon.org Visit siteLocal and regional native plant societies, databases, and other resources may have expertise on exactly what plants are best for your particular area and climate.
6310 NE 74th St; Ste. 215E, Seattle, WA 98115
9884 WA-19, Chimacum, WA 98325
Find in-person and online vendors for your home or wholesale project. It's a good idea to call ahead to verify native stocks, and find out what services they offer.
6810 NE State Highway 104, Kingston , WA 98346
607-259-9794
PO Box 1281, Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 466-1350
18528 Aurora Avenue North, Shoreline, WA 98133
(206) 546-4851
20312 15th Avenue NW, Shoreline, WA 98177
(206) 546-1281
23423 57th Avenue SE, Woodinville, WA 98072
(425) 483-8108
2112 NW 199th Street, Shoreline, WA 98177
(206) 799-1749
20629 State Route 9 SE, Snohomish, WA 98296
(425) 317-8822
12800 35th Avenue SE, Everett, WA 98208
(425) 338-9218
13008 37th Avenue NE, Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 518-1855
13625 NE 175th Street, Woodinville, WA 98072
(425) 483-5000
16507 140th Place NE, Woodinville, WA 98072
(425) 483-9254
16215 140th Place NE, Woodinville, WA 98072
(425) 885-5678
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Doing a little prep and research before you go to the nursery will save headaches and ensure you build the best habitat possible.
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