Freesia fucata

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 8"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-11

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Freesia fucata plant details

Freesia fucata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In winter white and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Freesia fucata

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: white and yellow blooms in winter
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Freesia fucata

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Freesias are just so easy to love! They’re long flowering, superbly fragrant & they make such nice cut flowers! This species is very reminiscent of Freesia alba, but with a soft lemon colored spot in the middle of the lower petal & unobtrusive maroon streaks here & there. Freesia fucata is a Winter bloomer & the flowers are lovely for posies! Tolerant of most soils, a dry summer dormancy is preferable. This species is quite uncommon & not easy to come by! Height to 8 inches.