Botanical Name: Impatiens hawkeri Petticoat® ‘Pink Berry’ Common Name: New Guinea Impatiens Hardiness Zone: Grown as an Annual in Most Climates (Perennial in USDA Zones 10–11) Size: 12–18" Tall × 14–20" Spread Growth Habit: Upright, Mounded, Well-Branched Habit Sunlight: Partial Shade to Bright Shade (Tolerates Morning Sun) Soil: Rich, Well-Drained Soil Water Needs: Moderate; Prefers Consistent Moisture Bloom Season: Late Spring through Frost Fertilizer: Light, Regular Feeding for Best Performance Features: Unique Frilled Pink Blooms with Deeper Berry Tones, Glossy Green Foliage, Excellent Shade Performance Uses: Shade Containers, Hanging Baskets, Borders, Mass Plantings, Covered Patios

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More About New Guinea Impatiens Petticoat® ‘Pink Berry’

New Guinea Impatiens Petticoat® ‘Pink Berry’ stands out for its distinctive ruffled, frilled petals, giving the blooms a soft, layered look reminiscent of fabric—hence the Petticoat® name. The flowers feature a rich pink base with deeper berry tones toward the center, creating depth and visual interest not seen in standard impatiens. The blooms are held above lush, glossy green foliage, delivering a refined, high-end appearance ideal for decorative containers and shaded garden spaces.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Pink Berry’ has shown excellent vigor and consistent flowering in bright shade and filtered light. It fills containers evenly, maintains clean foliage, and continues blooming steadily through summer heat as long as moisture is consistent. We especially appreciate its textural difference. The frilled flowers add elegance and movement, making this variety feel more ornamental and less “bedding-plant” than traditional impatiens.

Petticoat® ‘Pink Berry’ vs. Other New Guinea Impatiens

Petticoat® ‘Pink Berry’ softens the dramatic foliage of the Petticoat® Series with rich pink blooms that feel warmer and more approachable than the reds. Compared to White Wonder, it offers stronger color saturation, while still maintaining the dark-leaf contrast that defines the Petticoat® Series. The pink tones also blend more easily with a wider range of companion plants, making it a versatile choice for mixed designs.

When contrasted with Sonic® Light Lavender, ‘Pink Berry’ delivers more depth and richness, making it better suited for containers and feature plantings rather than large, blended beds. It’s an excellent middle ground between bold and bright. Petticoat® ‘Pink Berry’ is an ideal option when you want strong contrast that still feels warm, balanced, and easy to design with.