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The Freesia Double Mix is ideal for gardeners who want to add a splash of color and intense fragrance to their patio containers, garden borders, or indoor floral arrangements. These versatile, half-hardy bulbs offer a rewarding blooming experience with double-petalled flowers in a diverse color palette, though they require specific frost protection during colder months to ensure perennial success.
| Model Part Number | KJ2509 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Thompson and Morgan |
Yes, they can be grown in pots indoors on a sunny windowsill, though they prefer the high light levels found in a greenhouse or conservatory.
Plant in the spring once the soil has warmed up and all danger of frost has passed.
Plant the bulbs with the pointed end facing up at a depth of 5 to 8 centimeters.
They are half-hardy; in warmer climates, they may return, but in cooler regions, they should be lifted and stored over winter.
Planting them in a warm, sheltered spot in full sun typically intensifies the fragrance of the blooms.
Ensure the plants are receiving at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight and that they were not planted too deeply.
The soil may be too heavy or waterlogged. Improve drainage by adding grit or perlite to the soil and ensure pots have adequate drainage holes.
This often indicates insufficient sunlight (etiolation). Move the containers to a sunnier position.
To ensure success, plant your Freesia bulbs in spring after the risk of frost has passed. Ensure the soil or compost is well-drained and friable. Plant the bulbs approximately 5-8cm deep with the pointed end facing upward. Space them about 5cm apart to allow for proper airflow. Because these are half-hardy, they must be protected from frost. In regions with harsh winters, lift the bulbs in autumn once the foliage has died back and store them in a cool, dry, frost-free location until the following spring. Water consistently during the active growing season, but reduce moisture once the leaves start to yellow after blooming.
