Nemesia

Nemesia Caerulea

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Overview

Nemesia caerulea, commonly known as Nemesia, is a charming annual adorned with delicate flowers in a vibrant palette, ranging from blues and purples to whites and pinks. Preferring full sun to partial shade, Nemesia thrives in well-drained soil and reaches a modest height and spread of about 12 inches, offering a colorful ground cover or bordered accent. Its pleasant fragrance and continual blooms enhance gardens from spring to fall.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–10Climate Mediterranean

Nemesia (Nemesia Caerulea) — commonly known as Nemesia

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Scrophulariaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Nemesia (Nemesia Caerulea) — is a charming annual adorned with delicate flowers in a vibrant palette; nemesia displays an array of colors, image 71

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