Overview
Nemesia anisocarpa is a bushy bedding in the genus Nemesia, part of the Scrophulariaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Nemesia anisocarpa grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and patio and container plants.
About
Nemesia anisocarpa is a bushy, deciduous herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Nemesia, known for its annuals, perennials, or sub-shrubs with simple opposite leaves and two-lipped flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring east, south, or west-facing sheltered aspects. It grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with acid to neutral pH. Suitable for city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as patios and containers, it flowers in spring and summer and is hardy to UK zone H3. Propagation is by seed or softwood cuttings taken in late summer or spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Nemesia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Nemesia anisocarpa size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bedding, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Nemesia anisocarpa
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed, or take softwood cuttings from the ends of non-flowering shoots in late summer and overwinter in frost-free conditions or take softwood cuttings in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free but may be susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free, but may be susceptible to foot and root rots in wet soils
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Nemesia anisocarpa?
Nemesia anisocarpa prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Nemesia anisocarpa need?
Nemesia anisocarpa grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Nemesia anisocarpa hardy in the UK?
Nemesia anisocarpa has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Nemesia anisocarpa?
Propagate by seed, or take softwood cuttings from the ends of non-flowering shoots in late summer and overwinter in frost-free conditions or take softwood cuttings in spring.
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