Nemesia (Nemesia Fruticans) is a perennial herb in the Scrophulariaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Nemesia fruticans is a free-flowering perennial often treated as an annual, featuring slender stalks with serrated leaves and fragrant flowers.

Nemesia

Nemesia

Nemesia Fruticans

Nemesia fruticans is a free-flowering perennial often treated as an annual, featuring slender stalks with serrated leaves and fragrant flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental, container plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Nemesia

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Scrophulariaceae
Genus:Nemesia