How to grow impatiens from cuttings in soil?

Growing impatiens from cuttings is incredibly easy and reliable! I propagate hundreds this way each year:

Take 3-4 inch tip cuttings from healthy, non-flowering stems. Remove lower leaves, keeping 2-3 sets at top. You can root directly in moist potting soil - no rooting hormone needed though it speeds things up.

Insert cuttings about 1 inch deep into small pots with well-draining mix. Water well and cover with plastic bag or dome to maintain high humidity. Place in bright, indirect light - direct sun will cook them!

Rooting takes 7-14 days. You'll know they've rooted when new growth appears. Gradually acclimate to lower humidity over a week before transplanting.

The best part: plants from cuttings flower much sooner than from seed and are identical to the parent plant!

Gardening Know How impatiens propagation has detailed instructions!