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Freesia [Double Blue Grower's Mix]

Also Known As

  • Freesia 'Double Blue Grower's Mix'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 18"-22"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Freesia [Double Blue Grower's Mix] plant details

Freesia [Double Blue Grower's Mix] 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 [Double Blue Grower's Mix]

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 [Double Blue Grower's Mix]

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

Some gardeners believe the double flower-form freesia are twice as lovely as the single. We love them all because each type is richly colors and artfully accented, outstanding for cutting and sweetly scented.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Freesia [Double Blue Grower's Mix] plant

How to Grow Freesia [Double Blue Grower's Mix]

  • 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

    • blue
    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy
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