Freesia laxa

Also Known As

Anomatheca laxa
False Freesia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 8"
W: 12"

planting zones

7b-10b

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Freesia laxa plant details

Freesia laxa is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Drought tolerant once established. 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 laxa

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: rock garden, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Freesia laxa

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This S. African sweetie is an Iris family corm which sends up bright red and white stars on 6-12" stems. S/M/GDr

By: Forestfarm

A simply cute and admirable little iris relative from South Africa. They come in colors anywhere from white to red; this is mid salmon pink with red blotches. Produces relatively large, shiny maroon-colored seeds, which germinate easily but don't become a

By: Edelweiss Perennials

Diminutive little bulb which seems to persist in the garden despite it small stature and deceptively delicate appearance. For its size, this is a floral powerhouse with small branched sprays of red flowers that never fail to give gardeners an appreciative pause. Summer blooming.