Nemesia nana and N. Strumosa have flowers in nearly all colours of the rainbow and tooth-edged foliage in green or brown.

Nemesia Sundrops

 

Lots-a-Colour Varieties

Lots-a-Colour grow a variety called 'Sundrops' renowned for its garden performance and long lasting colour.

Height

20 to 25cm

Climate

Temperate to cool

Planting & Cultivation Tips

Plant 15 to 20cm apart in full sun with well-drained soil to which plenty of well-rotted manure or compost has been added well ahead of planting time. 

Once plants are established, a deep weekly soaking should be sufficient unless the weather is very dry and windy. 

Apply complete plant food once a month until buds appear.

Pinch back as plants grow to make them stronger and bushier.

Peak Flowering Time

Spring

Useful for


Effective mass planted or in pots, providing excellent colour through Autumn, Spring and Winter.

Planting over the top of summer bulbs - they should be massed together for maximum effect. 

Also can be used as a cut flower.