- **Type**: Herbaceous annual (in most climates) or tender perennial (in mild zones)

- **Height**: 8 to 12 inches (20 to 30 cm)

- **Width**: 8 to 12 inches (20 to 30 cm), can spread slightly wider in ideal conditions

- **Growth Habit**: Compact, mounded, slightly trailing

- **Foliage**:

- Small, lance-shaped leaves, 1 to 2 inches long (2.5 to 5 cm)

- Dark green, with a smooth texture

- Evergreen in frost-free climates; may die back in cooler regions

- **Flowers**:

- Large, bicolor blooms: soft pink to lavender petals with white accents and a yellow eye

- 0.5 to 1 inch across (1.3 to 2.5 cm), clustered at stem tips

- Intensely fragrant, often described as sweet or vanilla-like

- Bloom season: Early spring through fall (March to October), continuous in mild climates

- **Light**: Full sun (6+ hours daily) to partial shade; afternoon shade helps in hot climates

- **Soil**:

- Well-drained, fertile; prefers slightly acidic to neutral (pH 5.5 to 7.0)

- Tolerates average soils but thrives with added organic matter

- **Watering**: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not soggy, especially during heat

- **Hardiness**: USDA Zones 9 to 11 (20°F or -6°C); grown as an annual elsewhere

- **Wildlife**: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds; not deer-resistant

- **Care**:

- Pinch back stem tips before blooming to encourage bushiness and extend flowering

- Fertilize monthly with a balanced mix (e.g., 10-10-10) during growing season

- Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering (optional)

- **Pests/Diseases**:

- May attract aphids, whiteflies, or spider mites

- Susceptible to root rot in overly wet conditions

- **Uses**: Containers, hanging baskets, borders, bedding plants, or mixed planters

- **Growth Rate**: Moderate; reaches maturity in 10 to 12 weeks from planting

- **Special Features**:

- Escential® series is notably heat-tolerant compared to other nemesias

- Strong fragrance and vibrant color make it a standout in gardens

The 'Escential® Pinkberry' Nemesia’s cheerful pink-and-white blooms and sweet scent make it a fantastic pick for adding color and life to your garden or patio all season long. Let me know if you’d like more growing tips or companion plant ideas!