Freesia (White) - Bulbs
Description for Freesia (White)
The bulbs look like small, slim onions. The flower grows along one side of the stem, in a funnel-shape. Freesias stems have the unusual habit of turning at right angles just below the bottom flower. The flowers bloom along the top side of the stalk, facing upwards.
| Common name | Flower colours | Bloom time | Height | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freesia, Freesias | White | Summer and fall | Up to 40 cm | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
It can be planted in autumn, spring to early summer. Plant them with the pointed end facing up. Keep the planting depth at 2 to 4 inches and 3 to 5 inches apart. Flowering takes around 100-120 days from planting. Freesias are propagated by offsets of bulbs and seeds.
| Sunlight | Soil | Water | Temperature | Fertilizer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full sun to light shade | Well-drained | Moderate | 14 to 24 degrees C | Apply rich, loam-based compost once in a month. |
Caring for Freesia
- Add plenty of organic matter to improve thin soils.
- During winter, bring freesia bulbs in and keep them in a sunny window.
- Keep the plants well watered while the leaves and flowers are developing.
- Fertilize the plants in spring with a bulb fertilizer.
Harvesting
Cut the stems early in the morning before warm temperatures have a chance to dry out the blossoms.
Typical uses of Freesia
Special features: Flowers
Culinary use: NA
Ornamental use: The flowers will add beauty to the surrounding.
Medicinal use: NA
References
- https://www.theflowerexpert.com/content/mostpopularflowers/morepopularflowers/freesia
- https://www.gardenia.net/plant/freesia
- https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/profile?PID=943
- https://www.easytogrowbulbs.com/pages/freesia-planting-guide
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