Garden Nemesia

Nemesia Strumosa

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Overview

The Garden Nemesia (Nemesia strumosa) is a vibrant annual, reaching heights of 8-12 inches with a similar spread. Known for its profusion of delicate flowers, blooming in a palette of blues, pinks, whites, and yellows, it thrives in full sun to partial shade. This versatile plant adds a splash of color to borders and containers, preferring well-drained soil. Deadhead regularly for continuous bloom from spring to fall. Hardy in USDA zones 9-11.

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

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — reaching heights of 8-12 inches with a similar spread

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — Known for its profusion of delicate flowers

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — The Garden Nemesia (Nemesia strumosa) is a vibrant annual

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — blooming in a palette of blues

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — Deadhead regularly for continuous bloom from spring to fall

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — This versatile plant adds a splash of color to borders and containers, preferring well-drained soil

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — it thrives in full sun to partial shade

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Scrophulariaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — reaching heights of 8-12 inches with a similar spread

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — Known for its profusion of delicate flowers

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — The Garden Nemesia (Nemesia strumosa) is a vibrant annual

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — blooming in a palette of blues

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — Deadhead regularly for continuous bloom from spring to fall

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — This versatile plant adds a splash of color to borders and containers, preferring well-drained soil

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — it thrives in full sun to partial shade

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — it typically reaches heights of 8 to 12 inches and spreads approximately 8 to 12 inches wide

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — making it an ideal selection for borders

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — or as an accent in mixed flower beds.<br><br>Nemesia's most striking feature is its abundant

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — two-lipped flowers that bloom profusely from late spring into early fall

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — The blossoms come in a wide array of colors

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — often adorned with contrasting centers that add depth and interest

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — The flowers have a pleasant

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — Nemesia strumosa prefers full sun to partial shade

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — light fragrance that attracts beneficial pollinators

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — Regular watering is necessary, especially in dry conditions, but care must be taken to avoid waterlogging

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — such as bees and butterflies.<br><br>For optimal growth

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — adding a burst of temporary yet impactful beauty

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — in cooler climates they are treated as annuals

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — With its easy-care nature and stunning floral display

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — Deadheading spent blooms can encourage a longer flowering season.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 9 through 11

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — annual with white blooms

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — white flowers in the garden

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