Water
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings, especially during hot weather. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Also known as Cape Snapdragon · Cape-Jewels · Nemesia
Capejewels (Nemesia strumosa) offer a dazzling display of brightly colored, trumpet-shaped flowers, perfect for adding vibrant hues to beds, borders, and containers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal flowering. Can tolerate partial shade but may flower less profusely.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist, allowing the top layer to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night. Protect from frost.
Moderate Feed
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings, especially during hot weather. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering and maintain a tidy appearance. Lightly pinch back stems occasionally to promote bushier growth.
Prune back plants in late autumn or early spring to remove any dead or damaged foliage.
Propagate from seed sown in early spring indoors or directly outdoors after the last frost. Seeds germinate readily in warm conditions.
Cuttings can also be taken from young plants in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist, well-draining medium.
Repot young plants annually or as needed into slightly larger containers. Use a well-draining potting mix. This ensures adequate space for root development and replenishes nutrients.
Repotting is generally best done in spring before active growth begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Capejewels (Nemesia strumosa) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Genus | Nemesia |
| Species | Nemesia strumosa |
Similar in genus Nemesia
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