ABOUT FREESIA: The Freesia plants come under the family of Iridaceae with a wide range of species available under the same genus. They are herbaceous perennials with native origin in South Africa.

Freesia plants produce multi-coloured flowers with a very sweet aroma, making them a very popular choice for garden plants.

HOW TO GROW FREESIA BULBS: Freesia plants can be easily grown in pots. Bulbs can be sown maintaining a 2-4 inch spacing in a regular potting soil mixture at a depth of 2 inches. Freesias start blooming 10-12 weeks post-sowing the bulbs.

SOIL: The plant prefers moist soil conditions, especially during the entire span of the growing period. However, overwatering should be avoided.

WEATHER REQUIREMENTS: The plant needs direct exposure to the sunlight for 4-5 hours a day; hence the pot can be placed in a south-facing direction.

USES/BENEFITS: Due to their pleasant aromatic properties, freesias are commercially used in making shampoos, perfumes, and scented candles. They are used in bouquet designing and obviously for indoor gardening purposes.

Happy Gardening!