Annuals – Cape Jewels

Botanical name: nemesia strumosa

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 1-2 ft in height and width

Bloom time: summer, fall

Hardy zone: zones 6-11

Flower color: green

Foliage color: white, yellow, pink, purple, orange, red

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in first growing season

Pruning instructions: deadhead as needed

Propagation methods: seed-sowing

Landscape use: mass planting, containers, flower beds

Light needs: 3-6 hours of sun per day

Special features: fast growing, bright color

Watering instructions: water when the first 2 inches of soil are completely dry

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release liquid fertilizer every 3 months through th spring, summer, and fall

Best time to plant: spring or summer

Best type of soil: loam

Companion plants: coneflower, salvia, daisies

Toxicity level: toxic for pets and non-toxic for humans

Invasive species: no