The best time to plant freesias. How long does it take from planting to flowering?

Planting time of freesia

In different regions, the planting time of freesia should also be different. If it is in the southern region, it can be planted in October in autumn, which is around the National Day. However, if it is in the slightly northern region, it can be planted a while in advance, in September. However, this is not fixed, because the climate will be different every year.

Freesia growth cycle

It takes about 5 months for freesia to grow from sowing to flowering, and it can take half a month from flowering to withering. Its growth cycle is about 6 months, and its growth stages can be mainly divided into three periods: germination, seedling, bud and maturity.

Methods and steps for planting freesia

1. Prepare the soil

Freesia does not have very high requirements for soil, and ordinary garden soil can be used, but it is best to use loose, breathable and fertile soil. You can also use a mixture of leaf mold, garden soil and sandy soil. Before planting, apply enough base fertilizer to increase the nutrients in the soil, so that it will grow more vigorously.

2. Planting bulbs

After preparing the soil for planting freesia and preparing healthy bulbs, you can start planting. When planting, the bulbs should not be buried too deep or too shallow in the soil. Doing so will be more conducive to the extension and development of the roots and the differentiation of the bulbs.