Freesia 'Golden Yellow'
freesia bulbs
- Position: full sun
- Soil: moist, well-drained soil or loam-based potting compost such as John Innes No.2
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: June to July
- Hardiness: half hardy (will need winter protection)
- Bulb size: 5+
A bit of a challenge to grow (but well worth the effort), these cottage garden favourites produce sprays of fragrant, funnel-shaped flowers at the ends of arching, branched stems in summer. A favourite with the florists, they look superb planted in a mixed border or just en masse in patio pots. - Garden care: In spring, plant 8cm (3in) deep in soil in full sun. After flower buds appear, water regularly and feed with a liquid fertiliser every week. After flowering, reduce the watering until the corms are dry, then store in a frost-free place until planting for next year.
- Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
Goes well with...
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