Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Iridaceae

Genus:

Freesia

Species:

Freesia leichtlinii subsp. alba

USDA Symbol:

FRAL6

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

30 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Native to South African fynbos; corms resprout after fire. Fire promotes flowering in natural habitat.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to regions with winter rainfall and dry summers

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

21–60 days

Notes:

Corms are typically used for propagation. Seeds require warm conditions and consistent moisture for germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI