Nemesia Carnival Mixed Flower Seeds

About Nemesia Carnival Mixed Flower Seeds

Carnival Mixed nemesia — dense clusters of small, bright two-tone flowers. A cool-weather plant.

• Botanical name: Nemesia strumosa
• Care level: Moderate
• Expected germination time: 7–14 days at 15–20C under suitable conditions*

How to Grow

1. Fill a seedling tray or small pot with a fine, clean, well-draining seed-starting mix.
2. Sow at the right depth — 3 mm — fine seed, covered lightly.
3. Water gently with a spray bottle so the seeds are not displaced. Keep the medium moist, not waterlogged.
4. Place the tray where it gets the right light for this plant (partial sun). Protect young seedlings from harsh afternoon sun.
5. Under suitable conditions, sprouts usually appear in 7–14 days at 15–20C.

Light, water, soil and feeding

• Light: Partial sun
• Water: Keep the soil lightly moist — this plant does not tolerate drying out.
• Soil: Well-drained soil with good compost content
• Temperature: 10–24°C; the plant finishes as soon as the heat begins.
• Fertiliser: Fortnightly light liquid feed

Sowing season in India

October–November for spring bloom Exact timing depends on your local temperature and conditions.

Common problems

Heat collapse, and root rot from soggy soil.

*Germination time is an expected range under suitable temperature, moisture, sowing depth and storage conditions. Natural germination cannot be guaranteed.