Freesia laxa red-flowered

Also Known As

Freesia laxa 'Red'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 8"
W: 8"

planting zones

8b-11

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Freesia laxa red-flowered plant details

Freesia laxa red-flowered is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Freesia laxa red-flowered

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Freesia laxa red-flowered

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A charming, small, winter growing South African bulb that makes tight clumps of pale green grass-like leaves and bears a profusion of small orchid like flowers on branching scapes. This form has lovely scarlet flowers. Dormant over summer and then in no need of water. All that is demanded is good drainage and it should self seed happily, slowly forming colonies among low ground covers, between rocks, in a pot or used as an edging in no water Mediterranean gardens.