Balsminaceae impatiens is a common sun to partial shade flowering annual. It is easy to grow, Impatiens balsamina is known by the common name balsam or by the umbrella moniker of impatiens, which covers a wide variety of forms and tones.Balsam often self seeds in the garden and is very easy to grow. Balsam needs rich, well drained soil to do best, so work in plenty of compost.