Cape jewels (Nemesia strumosa)
Cape jewels, also known as Cape Jewels
Nemesia strumosa, also known as Cape Jewels, is a stunning and rapidly growing summer annual. Its vibrant blooms are perfect for mass plantings, containers, and garden beds, adding a splash of color wherever they are placed. Beyond their visual appeal, these flowers emit a delightful fragrance, enhancing the sensory experience of your garden.
### Key Characteristics:
1. **Size**: Grows to a height of 12-18 inches, ideal for a variety of garden settings.
2. **Bloom Time**: Flowers from late spring through early fall, ensuring a long-lasting display.
3. **Color Variety**: Available in multiple colors including red, orange, yellow, pink, blue, and white.
4. **Leaf Shape**: Features narrow, lance-shaped green leaves that are slightly serrated.
### Benefits:
1. **Visual Appeal**: Provides a vivid burst of color, making it a standout addition to any garden.
2. **Fragrance**: The flowers offer a sweet scent that enhances the garden's atmosphere.
3. **Versatility**: Suitable for use in borders, containers, hanging baskets, and rock gardens.
4. **Pollinator Attraction**: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, supporting local wildlife.
5. **Ease of Care**: Low maintenance, needing regular watering and occasional deadheading for extended blooming.
6. **Adaptable Growth Conditions**: Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil.
Incorporating Nemesia strumosa into your garden can significantly boost its visual and olfactory appeal while also being relatively easy to maintain.