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False Freesia (Freesia laxa)

Freesia laxa, also known as False Freesia, is a cormous perennial from South Africa, producing delicate, fragrant flowers in shades of white, pink, and blue during spring.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Watering

Water moderately during growth, allow to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in dormancy.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. A sandy loam or a mix suitable for bulbs and perennials works well.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 10-20°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Water moderately during growth, allow to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in dormancy.

Spring and Autumn growth, Summer dormancy

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. A sandy loam or a mix suitable for bulbs and perennials works well.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 10-20°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.5 m

Spread

0.1-0.2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Anomatheca laxa (Thunb.) Goldblatt
Gladiolus laxus Thunb.
Lapeirousia laxa (Thunb.) N.E.Br.
Meristostigma laxum (Thunb.) A.Dietr.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyIridaceae
  • genusFreesia
  • speciesFreesia laxa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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