Iridaceae
Wild Freesia: Aromatic Plant
Freesia refracta
Requires a bright, cool location and well-draining soil. Watering should be gradually stopped during the dormant period following flowering.
Every 7 days
Bright indirect
10° - 25°C
50% - 70%
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What is Wild Freesia?
Wild Freesia (Freesia refracta) is a medium-care plant from the Iridaceae family. Freesia refracta is a bulbous plant native to South Africa, renowned for its funnel-shaped, exceptionally fragrant flowers. The blooms open in one-sided clusters on thin, flexible stems. Its leaves are sword-shaped and bright green. It is primarily popular as a cut flower and garden ornamental due t...
Wild Freesia grows up to 45cm, spread of 15cm, watering every 7 days, 10°C â 25°C, 50â70% humidity. It is suitable for indoor environments and not safe for pets.
Without precautions, ingestion can cause irritation in pets. Keep out of reach of cats and dogs. Without adequate drainage, root rot can develop within 14 days.
How to Care for Wild Freesia?
TLDR: Wild Freesia needs Bright indirect, watering every 7 days, and temperatures between 10-25°C with 50-70% humidity.
How Often Should You Water Wild Freesia?
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, but avoid overwatering as the corms are prone to rotting.
How Much Light Does Wild Freesia Need?
Requires plenty of indirect light; insufficient light can lead to leggy stems that may flop over.
What Is the Best Soil for Wild Freesia?
Use a peaty potting mix blended with sand or perlite to prevent waterlogging.
What Pot Should You Use for Wild Freesia?
A deep pot with good drainage holes to comfortably accommodate the corms.
Care Schedule
Fertilize
Every 14 days
Rotate
Every 7 days
Repot
Every 365 days
What Is Wild Freesia and Where Does It Come From?
Freesia refracta is a bulbous plant native to South Africa, renowned for its funnel-shaped, exceptionally fragrant flowers. The blooms open in one-sided clusters on thin, flexible stems. Its leaves are sword-shaped and bright green. It is primarily popular as a cut flower and garden ornamental due to its sweet, citrusy scent.
How to Propagate Wild Freesia?
Separating offsets
- Only use healthy, firm corms for propagation.
- 1 Digging up the corms
Carefully dig the corms out of the ground after the foliage has withered.
- 2 Separating offsets
Manually detach the small offset cormlets from the main parent corm.
- 3 Storage or planting
Store in a cool, dry place until autumn planting, or plant them immediately into pots.
Materials needed:
How Big Does Wild Freesia Grow?
TLDR: Wild Freesia can reach up to 45cm tall with Medium growth rate.
Max height
45cm
Spread
15cm
Growth rate
Medium
Foliage
Deciduous
Warning: Toxic Plant
This plant can be toxic if ingested. Keep out of reach of:
Plant Uses
Ornamental
Great for decoration
Aromatic
Pleasant fragrance
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Meaning & Symbolism
The freesia is a symbol of trust, innocence, and friendship.
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