- **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

- **Growth Habit**: Compact, mounded, with a slightly trailing tendency

- **Foliage**:

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

- Dark green, smooth texture

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

- **Flowers**:

- Large, vibrant strawberry-pink to reddish-pink blooms with a yellow eye

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

- Intensely fragrant, often sweet or fruity-scented

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

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

- **Soil**:

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

- Thrives with added organic matter like compost

- **Watering**: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially in heat

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

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

- **Care**:

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

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

- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers (optional)

- **Pests/Diseases**:

- May attract aphids, whiteflies, or spider mites

- Susceptible to root rot if soil stays too wet

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

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

- **Special Features**:

- Part of the Escential® series, known for exceptional heat tolerance among nemesias

- Large, vivid flowers and strong fragrance make it a garden standout

The 'Escential® Strawberry' Nemesia’s rich pink blooms and sweet scent make it a perfect choice for brightening up patios or garden edges all season long. Let me know if you’d like more care tips or planting ideas!