Nemesia Strumosa, commonly known as Orange Prince Nemesia, is an annual plant prized for its vibrant, compact blooms. Perfect for containers, garden edging, and borders, this variety adds cheerful color and charm to outdoor spaces. Its low-maintenance growth makes it ideal for gardeners seeking ornamental, pollinator-friendly flowers.

Features

Produces vibrant orange compact blooms
Ideal for containers, garden edging, and borders
Long-lasting flowering season
Low-maintenance and easy to grow
Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies

Specifications

Scientific Name: Nemesia strumosa
Common Name (US): Orange Prince Nemesia
Plant Type: Annual
Flower Color: Orange
USDA Hardiness Zones: 911 (can grow as annual in cooler zones)
Plant Height: 612 inches
Blooming Season: Spring to fall

Planting Guide

Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; avoid waterlogging
Germination Time: 714 days
Spacing: 610 inches apart
Sowing Method: Sow indoors 68 weeks before last frost; transplant outdoors after frost or sow directly outdoors
Ideal Temperature: 6075F (1524C)
Maintenance Tips: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming; thin seedlings if overcrowded; perfect for containers, edging, and borders