We're offering you a 30 or 60 Busy Lizzie Pearl Island Plants for £6.99, saving you up to 68% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £21.99 (correct as of 24.02.2026).

Transform Your Garden with Busy Lizzie 'Pearl Island'

Impatiens walleriana, commonly known as Busy Lizzie, is celebrated for its spectacular display of colour and effortless care. The 'Pearl Island' variety offers a dazzling mix of pink, orange, and white blooms that create striking contrast against lush green foliage. Each plant produces masses of flowers from late spring right through to the first frosts, ensuring your garden stays vibrant for months.

Why Choose 'Pearl Island' Busy Lizzies?

• Season-Long Colour: Enjoy non-stop blooms from May until October.
• Adaptable Growing: These bedding plants thrive in both sunny spots and partial shade—ideal for UK gardens.
• Low Maintenance: Known for their resilience, Busy Lizzies require minimal attention—just regular watering and occasional feeding.
• Versatile Uses: Perfect for beds, borders, hanging baskets, and containers. Mix with ferns or begonias for dynamic displays.

Planting & Care Guide

• When to Plant: Plant outdoors after the risk of frost has passed (typically late May in the UK).
• Soil Preferences: Prefers moist but well-drained soil; tolerates a wide pH range but thrives best in neutral to slightly acidic soils.
• Sun/Shade Requirements: Grows well in full sun or partial shade—avoid deep shade for best flowering.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water more frequently during dry spells.
• Pest & Disease Resistance: Modern varieties like 'Pearl Island' are bred for improved resistance to downy mildew.

Design Tips & Companion Plants

• Borders & Edging: Use along paths or front-of-border plantings for a vibrant edge.
• Baskets & Containers: Combine with trailing lobelia or fuchsias for cascading colour.
• Cottage Gardens: Pair with hostas and heucheras for varied texture and interest.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant Busy Lizzie 'Pearl Island'?
  The best time is after the last frost—usually late May to early June in most UK regions.
• How tall do these plants grow?
  'Pearl Island' Busy Lizzies typically reach up to 30cm in height and spread.
• Can I grow them indoors?
  You can start them indoors or use as houseplants in bright spots, but they perform best outdoors during the warmer months.