How to grow freesia and in which month does it bloom? Uses and price per pot

Freesia is native to southern Africa. It is cultivated in both northern and southern China. Because its flowers are pure white like snow and its fragrance is delicate like an orchid, it is named freesia (xiangxuelan, "fragrant snow orchid"). It is mainly grown for ornament, and fragrance can be extracted from its flowers. Its economic value is relatively high. So, how do you grow freesia? In which month does it bloom? What uses does it have? About how much does one pot cost?

How to grow freesia?

1. Soil preparation

Bulbous plants all like potassium fertilizer very much, so the soil mix should also be adjusted: one part river sand, one part original soil, one part plant ash, and one part leaf mold.

2. Light

There is a little trick with light: during the growing period, it should receive less light, and when it is preparing to produce flower buds, switch to long-day conditions. This will speed up flowering.

3. Watering and fertilizing

The principle of watering is to ”water when dry, stop when wet“, but it must not be allowed to lack water during the growing period. Apply a dilute organic fertilizer once every two weeks.

4. Note

Freesia is a plant that goes dormant. When it withers in May, do not throw it away. Dig it out, wrap it well in newspaper, and store it in a cooler place. Plant it again in September.

5. Pot selection

Actually, pot selection is the same as always: use a clay pot with good air permeability.

In which month does freesia bloom?

Freesia blooms from February to May. From the first bloom to the last, it is about 15 days.

What uses does freesia have?

1. Freesia corms have the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, and invigorating blood. They are used for snakebite wounds and sores.

2. Using freesia and red Phalaenopsis as the theme flowers, paired with magnolia, asparagus fern, baby's breath, and dragon-patterned willow branches, to decorate a room, it is elegant and dignified. Freesia flowers resemble lilies, and its leaves resemble those of orchids. The flower colors are elegant, delicate and pretty, the fragrance is rich, and the flowering period is long, making it a winter flower that people love.

About how much does one pot of freesia cost?

According to what is known from the flower market, one pot of freesia costs about ten to twenty yuan.