Pink Rose Balsam seed packet - Shido Seeds non-GMO vacuum-sealed woodblock design
Pink Rose Balsam Impatiens balsamina camellia-like double flowers in pink red
Pink Rose Balsam seeds vacuum-sealed - Shido Seeds by Chive
Pink Rose Balsam seed packet - Shido Seeds non-GMO vacuum-sealed woodblock design
Pink Rose Balsam Impatiens balsamina camellia-like double flowers in pink red
Pink Rose Balsam seeds vacuum-sealed - Shido Seeds by Chive

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Pink Rose Balsam Flower Seeds Packet

$4.95
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Build Your Garden With These Shido Seeds

Choose a seed packet as your starting point, then round out the bed with these for that thrown-together-but-somehow-perfect harvest.

Rose balsam seeds grow into a double-flowered annual whose blooms sit tucked among the leaves rather than displayed above them. Shido rose balsam seeds are non-GMO and hermetically vacuum-sealed — an old-fashioned start for a flower fewer gardeners grow than used to — while standard paper-packed seeds lose germination viability within approximately one year.

The double blooms sit tucked among the leaves rather than displayed above them, like something with plenty to offer that refuses to make a scene about it. It self-seeds freely in warm soil and comes back each year in slightly different configurations, rearranging itself around the bed without being told to. The pink is the pink of something that has decided pink and has no further comment to add. It tolerates the humid, sticky heat of late summer that wilts more delicate annuals. Every packet ships germination-tested at independent third-party labs before packaging.

Seed specifications
  • Material: Seed
  • Botanical name: Impatiens Balsamina
  • Genus: Impatiens
  • Plant family: Balsaminaceae
  • Species: balsamina
  • Plant type: Annual
  • Pollination type: Flowers
  • USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–11
  • Packet contents:
  • Packaging: Hermetically vacuum-sealed
  • Non-GMO: Yes
  • Seed viability: Up to 10 years (sealed) / 4–5 years (unsealed, ideal conditions)
  • Difficulty: Moderate - Recreational Gardener
Sowing & growing guide

Quick Sowing Guide:

  • When to sow: Direct sow after last frost, or 6 wks before indoors
  • Sowing depth: 1/8 in
  • Initial spacing: 10-12 in
  • Row spacing: 12-18 in
  • Days to germination: 10-15 days
  • Light: Full sun to part shade
  • Water: Moderate
  • Soil: Well-drained, rich soil
  • Harvest: 55-70 days to bloom

Start Growing: Step-by-step sowing and growing guide
About vacuum sealing

Why Vacuum-Sealed Seeds Last Longer

Standard paper seed packets are permeable to oxygen and moisture -- the two primary causes of seed degradation. Most paper-packaged seeds begin losing germination viability after approximately one year, contributing to significant garden-industry waste: packets purchased, not planted, expired, discarded. Shido Seeds are hermetically vacuum-sealed. The packet does not expire quietly in a drawer. It waits.

About the Packaging

Every Shido seed packet is illustrated in the style of Japanese 1910s woodblock printing -- designed and drawn in-house by Chive, that has been exhibiting at the Chelsea Flower Show in London every year and does not, as a matter of principle, sell to big-box retailers. Customers collect the packets as a series. This was not the original plan.
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  • International Ships: to 40 countries — rates at checkout
  • Packaging Ships: in outer box to protect gift box

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Returns

We accept returns within 30 days of delivery on unused items in original packaging. If your piece arrives damaged, contact us within 7 days with a photo and we will replace it at no charge.

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We stand by the quality of our flower seed packets! Every Shido seed packet is lab-tested for germination before it ships. If your seeds do not perform to the stated germination rate under correct growing conditions, contact us and we will replace or refund. Guaranteed!
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Botanical

Impatiens Balsamina

Plant Type

Annual

Light

Full sun to part shade

Water

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, rich soil

Depth

1/8 in

Germination

10-15 days

USDA Zone

2–11

Mature Height

1-2 ft

Harvest

55-70 days to bloom

The Story Behind This Packet

Pink Rose Balsam seeds have been part of the Shido lineup since the collection first opened, grown into a double-flowered annual whose blooms sit tucked among the leaves rather than displayed above them. Every packet is illustrated in the style of early-1900s Japanese woodblock printing, drawn in-house rather than licensed, which means the artwork on this packet exists nowhere else. The seeds themselves are hermetically vacuum-sealed, a packaging choice that has as much to do with the garden as the growing does: a standard paper packet starts losing viability within about a year, while a vacuum seal holds that line for years longer, so the packet in a drawer is still a packet worth planting whenever the moment actually arrives. Shido treats the seed itself as worth that extra step, on the theory that a gardener who buys rose balsam seeds deserves a packet that is still viable whenever they finally get around to using it, not just the season they bought it.

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History & origin

Native Range

Native to southern Asia, primarily India and Myanmar, with a range extending to southern China and the Malay Peninsula.

1753, Sweden

Named by Carl Linnaeus in Species Plantarum.

Common Name Origin

"Balsam" comes from the Greek balsamon, referencing the plant's aromatic quality; "touch-me-not," another common name, refers to its explosively dehiscent seed capsules, which scatter seeds several feet when touched — the same trait that inspired the genus name Impatiens.

16th Century Spread

Introduced to European gardens in the late 1500s from India, becoming one of the earliest tropical ornamentals grown under glass in temperate climates; it later became especially popular during the Victorian era.

Today

Grown worldwide as an easy-care annual bedding plant, and still used across parts of Asia in traditional medicine and as a natural dye for hair, nails, and skin.

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Step-by-Step Sowing & Growing Guide

Getting Started

Step 1: Timing - Direct sow after last frost, or start indoors 6 weeks earlier.

Step 2: Soil - Well-drained, rich soil in full sun to part shade.

Step 3: Sowing - Sow 1/8 inch deep.

Step 4: Germination - 10-15 days.

Step 5: Transplant - Space 10-12 inches apart once seedlings are established.

Step 6: Caution - Handle plants gently once seed pods form — they burst at the lightest touch, which is part of the fun but can scatter seed further than intended.

Before you start

Materials needed to sow
  • Seed trays (for an early start indoors), or a prepared garden bed for direct sowing: Either method works.
  • Seed-starting mix: If starting indoors.
  • Spray bottle: For gentle watering, since seedlings are delicate at this stage.

Materials for harvest and storage
  • Scissors: For light cutting of flowering stems.
  • Small basket: For collecting the harvest.

Tip: Seed pods burst at the lightest touch — collect seed by cupping a hand or bag around the pod before touching it.

Growth Requirements

Light:

  • Prefers full sun to partial shade.
  • In hot climates, provide afternoon shade to prevent scorching.

Soil:

  • Prefers well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter.
  • Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0.

Watering:

  • Needs consistent moisture; avoid drying out.
  • Water at the base to prevent mildew and fungal diseases.

Temperature & Climate:

  • Thrives in warm weather with temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).
  • Sensitive to frost, so plant after the last frost date.

Fertilization:

  • Apply a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) every 2-3 weeks.
  • Use compost or organic mulch to enrich soil nutrients.

Maintenance

Watering:

  • Keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry spells.
  • Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

2. Deadheading & Pruning:

  • Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
  • Pinch back young plants for bushier growth.

3. Mulching:

  • Apply organic mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

4. Fertilization:

  • Use a liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.

Troubleshooting and common mistakes
  • Letting soil dry out completely: Unlike many annuals, rose balsam wants consistently moist soil and wilts quickly if allowed to dry out.
  • Planting in full, hot sun: Performs best with some afternoon shade in hot climates; too much sun causes scorching and stress.
  • Standing too close when seed pods are ripe: The pods burst at the slightest touch, scattering seed further than intended.

Culinary uses & nutritional information

What it's used for

1. Ornamental Landscaping:

  • Perfect for garden beds, borders, and cottage gardens.
  • Works well in containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets.
  • Adds color and texture to summer landscapes.

2. Cut Flowers & Floral Displays:

  • Long-lasting blooms make beautiful cut flowers for indoor arrangements.
  • Great for casual, rustic bouquets.

3. Companion Planting:

  • Grows well with zinnias, marigolds, and coleus.
  • Can be interplanted with vegetables to deter pests.

What parts are edible

Nutritional data

Companion plants, pests & diseases

Companion planting

Good companions

  • Ferns, hostas — shares part-shade, moisture-loving growing conditions
  • Other impatiens varieties — compatible care and bloom habit for mixed shade beds

Poor companions / avoid

  • Drought-tolerant plants — balsam needs consistent moisture and will struggle paired with dry-soil companions

Pests
  • Spider mites: Fine webbing on undersides of leaves, worse in hot, dry conditions.
  • Aphids: Cluster on new growth. Strong water spray or insecticidal soap.
  • Whiteflies: Common in greenhouse or indoor growing. Yellow sticky traps and insecticidal soap.

Diseases
  • Impatiens downy mildew: A serious disease (Plasmopara obducens) causing yellowing leaves and white fuzz beneath, leading to defoliation. No cure — remove and destroy infected plants.
  • Powdery mildew: White powdery coating on leaves, common in crowded, humid plantings. Improve air circulation and avoid overhead watering.

Pro Tip

It self-seeds easily, so let some flowers go to seed for blooms next year! Pinch back stems for bushier growth.

Bonus: The camellia-like blooms attract butterflies and add vintage charm to any garden!

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What makes Shido Seeds different

Shido Seeds are designed by Chive Studio, a ceramic design company. We are not a seed conglomerate. We do not sell through big-box retailers. Each variety in the catalog was selected because it is worth growing — not because it ships well in bulk or photographs well in marketing materials.

Every packet is germination-tested at an independent third-party lab before it earns its woodblock illustration. The vacuum seal removes the oxygen that causes standard paper packets to degrade. The stated germination rate is a floor, not a marketing figure.

If something goes wrong, contact us. We will make it right.

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The credentials behind the packet

Chive Studio started as a ceramics workshop and grew, one collection at a time, into seeds, vases, and everything else now carrying its name. Shido Seeds is the newest branch of that same tree, built on the belief that a seed packet deserves the same attention to material and design as a ceramic vase does. That is why every variety, pink rose balsam included, ships vacuum-sealed rather than paper-packed, and why the packaging is illustrated rather than merely printed.

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Frequently asked questions

How long do rose balsam seeds last in the packet?

Rose balsam seeds stay viable far longer than a standard paper packet allows. Shido seals every packet hermetically, removing the oxygen and moisture that cause paper-packed seeds to lose germination viability within about a year. That difference matters most for a gardener who buys ahead of a season rather than the week they plant, since a vacuum-sealed packet is still good years after a paper one would have quietly failed.

Is pink rose balsam easy to grow from seed?

Pink Rose Balsam grows into a double-flowered annual whose blooms sit tucked among the leaves rather than displayed above them, and most gardeners find it manageable from seed once they know what it actually wants. It is not a fussy plant so much as a specific one, with its own timing and its own preferences, and once those are respected it tends to perform reliably rather than dramatically.

Can rose balsam seeds be started indoors?

Yes, rose balsam seeds can be started indoors under a grow light or on a bright windowsill several weeks before the outdoor season begins, then hardened off gradually before transplanting. Starting indoors gives the plant a head start on a shorter growing season and lets a gardener control moisture and temperature more precisely than an outdoor bed allows.

Are rose balsam seeds non-GMO?

Yes. Every packet of Shido rose balsam seeds is non-GMO, sourced and packaged without any genetic modification at any stage. That commitment runs across the entire Shido Seeds catalog, not just this variety, and it is one of the reasons the seeds are vacuum-sealed rather than paper-packed: the extra step protects a seed that was already grown to a higher standard than the packet price might suggest.

What is the best time of year to plant pink rose balsam seeds?

Timing depends on your climate, but most gardeners plant rose balsam seeds once the risk of a hard frost has passed and the soil has had a chance to warm. Cooler-climate gardeners often start seeds indoors a few weeks earlier to compensate for a shorter outdoor season. Checking your specific USDA zone against the packet's sowing notes is the most reliable way to time it correctly for your particular garden.

Does pink rose balsam attract pollinators to the garden?

Many gardeners choose rose balsam seeds specifically for the pollinator activity it brings in, since a blooming garden tends to draw bees, butterflies, and other visitors that a bare bed simply does not. Pink Rose Balsam fits comfortably into that role alongside most of the flowering varieties in the Shido lineup, adding both color and activity to a border without requiring any special pollinator-specific care on your part.

How much sun does pink rose balsam need to thrive?

Most Shido flower varieties, pink rose balsam included, perform best with several hours of direct sun each day, though tolerance varies by species and garden conditions can shift that somewhat. A spot that gets strong morning light and a bit of afternoon shade often works well as a middle ground for gardeners unsure of their exact conditions, and the packet's specific guidance is worth checking before choosing a permanent spot.

What makes Shido rose balsam seeds different from a standard seed packet?

The seed inside is the same species you would find anywhere, but the packaging is not: Shido seals every packet hermetically rather than in ordinary paper, which is why the seeds hold their germination rate for years longer than a standard packet manages. Shido is sold at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, where Chive has been exhibiting since 2013.
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