Plants in genus freesia
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.