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Freesia [Single Red Bi-Color]

Also Known As

  • Freesia 'Single Red Bi-Color'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 18"-22"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Freesia [Single Red Bi-Color] plant details

Freesia [Single Red Bi-Color] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Freesia [Single Red Bi-Color]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 18 IN - 22 IN - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, fragrant, rock garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Freesia [Single Red Bi-Color]

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pop! Snap! Crackle! Hot colors, starring intense red and gold, ensure that these freesias never get lost in your plantings no matter how much is going on. Cut and arrange with yellow or gold dahlias and/or callas to spark up any table.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Freesia [Single Red Bi-Color] plant

How to Grow Freesia [Single Red Bi-Color]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy
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