When to plant freesia

1. Is time important?

Many growers believe that it doesn’t matter when they plant. In fact, this is incorrect. If the planting time is too early, it is easy to cause the problem of excessive growth.

2. Specific time

The planting time should be different for different regions. If you are in a more southern area, you can plant it in October, which is around National Day. However, if you are further north, you can plant it a little earlier, around September. However, this is not fixed, as the climate varies from year to year.

3. How long does it take to germinate?

The time it takes to germinate is related to the quality of the bulbs and the depth at which they are planted. If the planting depth is relatively shallow, then it may sprout faster. However, it should not be too shallow, otherwise its roots will not be firmly established. Then there is the bulb. If it is bigger, it may sprout faster.

4. Maintenance after planting

(1) Temperature: This is an important aspect. It prefers a cooler climate. Therefore, maintaining low humidity can promote the differentiation of flower buds and make its shape compact. However, the temperature should not be too low, preferably above five or six degrees.

(2) Water: This plant itself does not like too much water. Therefore, there is a principle when watering, which is "water thoroughly when the soil is dry."

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(3) Light: This plant prefers plenty of light. Allowing it to sunbathe frequently is beneficial to its growth.

(4) Fertilizer: Here we are mainly talking about base fertilizer. When planting it, it is best to add some to the soil.