Freesia typically start flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.
freesia
Freesia (group)
Freesia is a genus of flowering plants native to South Africa. Its delicate, colorful blooms are famed for their strong, sweet perfume. These silken petals are available in a range of colors including white, cream, pink, yellow, orange, and red. They are an excellent addition to any garden or landscape, providing lasting color and fragrance all season long. Not only these, Freesias are extremely easy to grow, require little maintenance, and thrive in sunny or partially shady spots. Their resilient blooms are perfect for wedding bouquets, cutting gardens, and brightening a home with their unique aroma. Thus, Freesia is the ideal species to add to your garden for long lasting beauty and blissful scent.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
9 - 10
Flowers:
White, yellow, orange, red, pink, purple, lavender & bicolors Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Freesias need to be watered when the soil is dry to the touch. Generally, this should occur approximately once a week, depending on the temperature and other conditions. When watering, it is best to water thoroughly until water drains from the bottom of the pot, as this helps to flush away any salts that may have accumulated. Make sure not to overwater as freesias can quickly rot if kept in overly moist soil. When grown outdoors in warm and sunny weather, water freesias about every other day to keep the soil slightly moist at all times.
sunlight
Freesia (group) plants thrive in full sun to partial shade. For optimal blooming, they should receive at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. When temperatures rise during the summer, it is best to provide the plants with some dappled or indirect sunlight or afternoon shade to prevent wilting or scorch. During cooler months, they should be given all the full sun possible.
pruning
Freesias should be pruned at the end of their blooming season. In general, this is the best time to prune any plant species; while removing large pieces of the plant, such as leaves, stems, or branches, can reduce the vigor of the plant, it is wise to do so after the flowering period. When pruning a freesia, first cut out any dead or weak stems. Pruners should then move on to selectively prune back healthy stems to about 3-quarters of their original length. Cutting back too far can significantly reduce the number of blooms that will be produced the following season. Pruning aside the older woody stalks also encourages growth and re-flowering. Finally, cut out any diseased or damaged leaves or stems. Doing so can help keep the plant healthy and stop further damage from occurring.Pruning away dead flowers can also encourage a second round of blooms. In summary, freesias should be pruned at the end of their blooming season, and pruners should focus on cutting away any dead or weak stems, selectively pruning healthy stems back to 3-quarters of their length, and removing any diseased or damaged leaves or stems. Pruning away dead flowers can also lead to a second round of blooms.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
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Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Freesia typically start flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.
