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

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) — With its easy-care nature and stunning floral display; adding a burst of temporary yet impactful beauty

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — annual for full or half; long-lasting color into their outdoor spaces

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — annual with white blooms; such as bees and butterflies.<br><br>For optimal growth

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — white flowers in the garden; making it an ideal selection for borders

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — The Garden Nemesia (Nemesia strumosa) is a vibrant annual; blooming in a palette of blues, image 53

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — reaching heights of 8-12 inches with a similar spread; two-lipped flowers that bloom profusely from late spring, image 54

Garden Nemesia (Nemesia Strumosa) — Known for its profusion of delicate flowers; regular watering is necessary, especially in dry conditions, but, image 55

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