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Cape Jewels Seeds - Blue Gem

Cape Jewels Seeds - Blue Gem

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Packet $6.29
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  • Resembles tiny snapdragons or lobelia blooms
  • Native of South Africa
  • Small, vibrant blooms
  • Prefers full sun, but may bloom longer in afternoon shade
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About

Features

Life Cycle Annual
Planting Season Fall, Summer
Color Blue
Growth Habit Multi-Branching, Upright
Plant Height 6 to 9 inches
Bloom Season Summer through Fall

Plant Characteristics Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing, Fragrant
Use Container Garden, Hanging Basket
Growing Conditions Commercial, Outdoor, Small Space
Plant Resistance Deer

About Cape Jewels Seeds - Blue Gem

Nemesia strumosa

Seed Type Open Pollinated Seed

Diminutive and sweet, Cape Jewels Blue Gem produces a low-growing carpet of sky-blue blooms to adorn your landscape. Cape Jewels, or Nemesia strumosa, is a true annual that is extremely easy to grow from seed. As long as temperatures remain mild, Blue Gem can produce so many flowers that they almost entirely obscure the foliage from spring into fall.

Planting Information

Planting Cape Jewels Seeds - Blue Gem

Planting Season Fall, Summer
Seed Prep Requires Light
Sowing Method Direct Sow, Start Indoors
Light Requirement Full Sun
Planting Depth 1/16 inch
Plant Spacing 6 to 8 inches
Plant Height 6 to 9 inches
Water Needs Average
Hardiness Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
View our Cape Jewels Planting Guide to learn more.

Coverage

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 2,090 Up to 80 Sq. Ft