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Plants in genus freesia

Plants in genus freesia

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Freesia laxa

Freesia laxa is a South African iris relative known for its small white flowers with a red blotch and tiny green iris-like foliage. It thrives in dry soils in part sun or part shade and is a great rock garden plant. This plant goes summer dormant, with foliage returning in late fall and growing all winter. Its drought tolerance and unique flowers make it a charming addition to various garden settings.

Freesia refracta

Freesia refracta is a bulbous plant known for its bright honey-yellow blooms and peppery sweet scent. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and thrives in full sun with sandy, well-drained soil. This plant is suitable for USDA zones 8-10 and can be grown as an annual or perennial.

Freesia leichtlinii ssp. alba

Freesia leichtlinii ssp. alba is a herbaceous perennial that grows from a corm, producing fragrant white flowers with yellow and purple markings. Native to South Africa, it thrives in moist, lightly shaded sites and is known for its iris-like foliage. This plant is a popular ornamental choice for its beautiful and aromatic blooms.

Freesia 'Purple Rain'

Freesia 'Purple Rain' is a warm-weather bulb known for its dark fuchsia blooms with double petals and a peppery sweet fragrance. It produces multiple blooms per stem and thrives in USDA zones 9-10. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and enriched, well-drained soil.

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