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Nemesia
We track 7 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 7 most-saved Nemesia varieties
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How to grow Nemesia
Whats common across all Nemesia varieties in our catalog — drawn from the care records of the 7 most-grown of them.
The Nemesia year
- FertilizeApril–August100% of varieties
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks for continuous bloom
- PlantMarch and April86% of varieties
Plant transplants outdoors after all danger of frost has passed
- Pinch TipsJune and July57% of varieties
Pinch back growing tips when young to encourage a bushier habit
- DeadheadMay–September43% of varieties
Remove spent flowers or shear lightly if blooming slows down
Do
- Prune after flowering to promote bushiness
- Prune lightly after flowering to encourage bushiness
- Water regularly to keep soil moist but not soggy 🌱
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape
- Apply balanced fertilizer monthly during the growing season
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Avoid planting in poorly drained soils
- Don't prune in late fall or winter
- Don't neglect pest monitoring
What goes wrong with Nemesia
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue on leaves and distorted growth | Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Spider Mites | Fine webbing and speckled leaves | Increase humidity and apply insecticidal soap |
| Spider mites | Fine webbing on foliage | Use insecticidal soap and increase humidity |
| Root rot | Wilting and blackened roots | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
| Powdery mildew | White powdery coating on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply organic fungicide |
| Root Rot | Wilting and yellowing leaves with mushy roots | Ensure well-draining soil and reduce watering |
Making more Nemesia
Cuttings
- Take 4-inch softwood cuttings in late spring.
- Dip in rooting hormone and plant in moist potting mix.
- Keep humid and place in indirect light for 6 weeks.
Seed
- Tuck seeds into moist soil in early spring. (2 weeks)
Nemesia questions
How many types of Nemesia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 7 distinct Nemesia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 20 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Nemesia grow in?
Across its varieties, Nemesia covers USDA Zones 9–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Nemesia bloom?
Most Nemesia varieties bloom in late spring to fall, late spring to first frost, spring to fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Nemesia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.