Freesia 'Double Mix' (10 bulbs) – A burst of colour and a captivating fragrance! 🌸✨Submitted by Van Noort
Bring a touch of charm and refinement to your garden with Freesia 'Double Mix' , an exceptional variety with spectacular double flowers and an intoxicating fruity fragrance .
Available in a wide range of colours (white, cream, yellow, orange, red, pink, mauve, lavender and purple), it flowers from June to September , brightening up flowerbeds, borders and pots. Its intense fragrance , reminiscent of ripe strawberries, makes it an ideal plant for bouquets and floral arrangements .
Easy to grow , it thrives in full sun to partial shade , but is not hardy . It is therefore recommended to dig up the bulbs in the fall to keep them protected from frost.
🌱 Characteristics of the variety
📏 Height : 30 cm (12")
☀️ Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
🌡 Hardiness : Not hardy (dig up before winter)
🦌 Deer resistance : Yes
💧 Water requirements : Medium (well-drained soil)
📍 Ideal soil : Light, humus-rich and well-drained
📦 Quantity : 10 bulbs
🌿 Planting and growing Freesia 'Double Mix'
🔹 When to plant?
🗓️ From April to May, after the last frosts.
🔹 Where to plant it?
✔️ In open ground : Ideal for scented beds and borders.
✔️ In a pot : Perfect for terraces and balconies.
🔹 How to plant?
1️⃣ Plant 5 cm deep , spacing 10 cm apart.
2️⃣ Choose well-drained soil to avoid excess humidity.
3️⃣ Water lightly after planting , then moderately during flowering.
💡 Tip : Pair them with roses and gladioli for a garden that is both fragrant and bursting with color!
🌿Care for Freesia 'Double Mix'
💦 Watering : Moderate, let dry between two waterings.
🌱 Fertilizer : A supply of liquid fertilizer rich in potassium will promote abundant flowering.
✂️ Pruning : Remove faded flowers to encourage new blooms.
❄️ Wintering :
✔️ Dig up the bulbs before winter and store them in a cool, dry place.
💡 Why choose Freesia 'Double Mix'?
✅ Spectacular and colorful double flowers
✅ Intense fruity fragrance, ideal for bouquets
✅ Perfect for pots, beds and mixed borders
✅ Deer resistant and easy to grow
✨ Add a touch of elegance and fragrance to your garden with the Freesia 'Double Mix' , offered by Van Noort! ✨
🌿 Pair it with roses and gladioli for a romantic and intoxicating garden! 😊
