50+ Nemesia Danish Flag Flower Seeds-Nemesia strumosa suttonii - National Ensign- Charming Annual-B420.
Description:
Nemesia strumosa is a very compact and well-branched plant which flowers very early and continues throughout summer and into autumn. This is a perfect plant for carpet-bedding. Prefers moist but well drained soil. Needs sun for part of the day. The Danish Flag strain has striking pansy-like, deep flowers, compact habit ideal for patio container. A compact bedding plant with an abundance of showy flowers. This is unquestionably one of the most powerfully impulsive flower colours to be found recently in any introduction in the horticultural world.
The top petals are a full blooded, strong vibrant red, in clear contrast to the lower petals creamy whiteness making this Nemesia Danish Flag a beautiful variety. Nemesia strumosa suttonii Triumph National Ensign is a charming cool season annual with pretty little snapdragon-shape flowers ( most of them often fragrant ) that bloom in a wide range of colours
GROWING NEMESIA SEED: Sow Nemesia seeds indoors 4 - 6 weeks before last frost. Sow flower seed on surface of starter compost and gently firm down compost, only lightly cover. Keep soil damp but not wet. Do not exclude light. When the Nemesia seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into 3 inch pots and grow in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatize the young Nemesia seedlings to outdoor conditions. As seedlings grow, pinch back 1 - 2 times to encourage compact growth. Transplant outdoors after all risk of frost has passed, 6 inches apart. Or directly sow Nemesia seeds outdoors in prepared beds when danger of frost has passed. Thin to 6 inches apart.
Temperature: 65 - 72 F(18-22 C)
Average Germ Time: 7 - 14 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: Press seeds into the soil and cover lightly
Sowing Rate: 1 - 2 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 6 inches
Season: Annual
Hardiness Zones: 3 - 7
Height: 8 - 10 inches
Bloom Season: Late spring through fall
Bloom Color: Red
Environment: Full sun
Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.3
