Nemesia 'Shooting Stars'

I really like nemesia in general. A nice delicate filler plant and drought resistant. In my zone (4) it's a half-hard annual, one of the ...Read Morelast to finally give into coming winter.

A strange looking annual. I'll note now that the cultivar name may not last on this one.

Has small, pointed, deep green, a...Read Morelmost glossy leaves. Bears small, white flowers with a yellow lip and a purple stripe. The upper part of the flower has the shape of fingers and puts me in mind of a decorative hat or headdress! Reputedly has a coconut scent ... I'll come back later on that one.

Flowers mainly during summer.

Loves a well drained but moist soil in light shade. Easy from seed, just sow in pots indoors in spring, cover lightly and keep at around 60-70F, they germinate in approx 2 to 6 weeks.

May not come true from garden collected seed.