Freesia laxa
Recently the genus Anomatheca was reduced into Freesia . Late spring a multitude of small brick red flowers appear (unscented). Spreads very easily by seed. In cooler climates it can remain virtually evergreen during the summer. Has been found surviving under snow with very cold winters.
The genus
This South African genus is generally known by its hybrids. But here are the originals: they are smaller and less gaudy, but so fragrant that it might bowl you over, if not, at least the parfum will take you back to memories of the past. Freesia are wintergrowers, not very hardy, and to be placed in a well sheltered warm spot.
- Family :Iridaceae
- Native to :Afrique du Sud (Cap Est)
- Native climate :méditéranéen (humid winters)
- Colour :Red
- Hardiness :medium
- Exposure :shade in summer, full sun
- Storage organ :corm
- Growth :winter grower
- Flowering height :15-40 cm
- Uses :Wild prairies - Naturalising - In the ground - Containers or pot
Growing cycle
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Planting :August (sem. 2-4), September (sem. 1-4), October (sem. 1-1)
Growth :January (sem. 1-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-4), May (sem. 1-4), June (sem. 1-2), September (sem. 2-4), October (sem. 1-4), November (sem. 1-4), December (sem. 1-4)
Flowering :April (sem. 4-4), May (sem. 1-4), June (sem. 1-2)