Freesia [Single Blue Grower's Blend]

Also Known As

Freesia 'Single Blue Grower's Blend'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-22"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-11

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Freesia [Single Blue Grower's Blend] plant details

Freesia [Single Blue Grower's Blend] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer blue and purple 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 Blue Grower's Blend]

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Freesia [Single Blue Grower's Blend]

USDA Zones: 9a - 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

This single flower-form blue is usually a blue-purple blend, often sports lighter throat markings, "whiskers" and tiny sparks of gold. Very pretty! And a dozen and a half bulbs for less than $7. No, really?