Freesia, Double Mix

If you’ve ever smelled the fragrance of a generous bouquet of freshly cut Freesia, you know the scent is unforgettable. These small, delicate flowers come in a variety of colors and are often used alone in floral arrangements, or as contrasting blooms in a bouquet of other flowers, such as roses. Growing Freesia from bulbs takes less time and is easier than nurturing them from seeds.

Freesia, Double Mix has a fuller, more lush, rose-shaped flower. This tender, cormous plant originated in South Africa and its leaves are sword-shaped and light green. As many as 8 funnel-shaped flowers form a loose cluster at the top of each flower stalk. Where the flowers begin, the stem makes a sharp bend so that the flowers face upward. Freesias do well in zones 8 to 10. These delicate blooms prefer warmer climates but may be grown indoors in containers in cooler climates.

Top-down view of a Freesia bouquet on a wooden table

Freesia bouquet with a medium wood background

Close-up of Freesia blooms, some are double and some are single blossoms.

Plant Details +

Height	12-16"
Spacing	4"
Hardiness	8-10; Annuals in 2-7
Exposure	Full Sun
Foliage	Green
Flower	Mixed colors
Bloomtime	Late spring - early summer

Planting/Care Instructions +

Planting Instructions: 1. Dig a hole 1.5-2" deep. 2. Set the bulb firmly in place. 3. Cover the bulb with soil and water thoroughly. Plant freesia bulbs 1.5-2 inches deep and 4 inches apart in a sunny location once the soil is workable in the spring. The fragrant, funnel-shaped blossoms will provide color in late summer or they may be started indoors in late winter for container blossoms in the spring. Soil should be light and should drain well. Place the top of the corm 1 inch below the soil. For winter flowers, plant them in late summer or early fall and keep them cool until frosts are due. At this time bring them in and keep them in a sunny window. They need full sun and cool night temperatures, preferably between 40 and 45 degrees. Keep the plants well watered while leaves and flowers are developing. When the leaves begin to brown after the flowers have faded, the plants may be gradually dried off and the corms saved for the following year.