Nemesia Lyric Blue 50 Seeds

Growing nemesia from purchased seed is a very effective and economical way to grow these plants. Use pots or trays filled with a commercial seed-starter mix or fine vermiculite. Dampen the spoil and place the containers in a location with indirect light at 55 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit. (The seeds need to be covered with soil to germinate.) You can expect the seeds to sprout in about five to 10 days. Continue growing them in bright light until planting time after danger of frost has passed. When the seedlings are about two inches tall, pinch out the growth tips to encourage a bushy growth habit.

Nemesia will grow best in full sunlight, however, these plants may bloom longer (particularly in warmer climates) if they get some afternoon shade.

Nemesias require soil that's moist but well-drained, as well as rich in organic matter. Soil can be amended with sand, vermiculite, or perlite to improve its drainage.

Potted plants do well in an ordinary commercial potting mix amended with sand, vermiculite, or perlite.

While it's important to keep the soil moist for these flowers, be wary of over-watering. Too much water will lead to stem rot.

Feed these plants once in the spring with a balanced time-release fertilizer. Or, you can choose a water-soluble fertilizer that can be applied twice monthly as they are actively growing.