How and when to plant freesia

Freesia, also known as freesia, is a very popular bulbous flower with bright colors and strong fragrance. It is suitable for potted plants and cut flowers, and is loved by many flower lovers. Below, the editor will introduce the planting method and time of freesia, let’s take a look.

1. Freesia planting method

1. Prepare the soil

Freesia likes loose, fertile, well-drained soil. You can mix leaf mold, peat soil and perlite in a certain proportion to make a culture soil suitable for the growth of freesia. Before planting, you can also add an appropriate amount of decomposed organic fertilizer , such as chicken manure, cow manure, etc., to the soil to provide sufficient nutrients.

2. Choose bulbs

Selecting healthy, plump, disease- and insect-free freesia bulbs is the key to successful planting. The size of the bulb will also affect the quality and quantity of flowering. Generally speaking, bulbs with a diameter of more than 1.5 cm are more likely to bloom. When selecting bulbs, pay attention to whether the surface of the bulbs is smooth and whether there are signs of damage or decay.

3. Bulb processing

Before planting, freesia bulbs need to be processed. First, soak the bulbs in a carbendazim solution for about 30 minutes to disinfect and sterilize them to prevent the bulbs from being infected by pathogens. After disinfection, remove the bulbs and place them in a well-ventilated place to dry.

4. Planting steps

Choose a flower pot with good air permeability, such as a ceramic pot or a clay pot. The size of the flowerpot should be determined according to the number and size of the bulbs. Generally, it is appropriate to plant 3-5 bulbs in each flowerpot. Bury the dried bulbs in the soil. The planting depth is generally 1-2 times the diameter of the bulbs. If planted too shallowly, the bulbs will easily fall over, and if planted too deeply, it may affect the germination and growth of the bulbs.

2. Planting time of freesia

The best time to plant freesias is in the fall, usually between September and November. It is recommended to plant in mid-September to mid-October in northern regions, so that the plants have enough time to take root and sprout before winter comes. The climate in the southern region is relatively warm and can be planted from late October to November.

3. Notes

After planting freesia, water it thoroughly to make the soil fully moist. After that, keep the soil moist, but not waterlogged, which can cause the bulbs to rot. Freesia is prone to growing too tall and falling over. You can soak the bulbs in a solution of dwarfing agent before planting, or use a bracket to support the plant during the flowering period. Avoid planting during high temperatures in summer or low temperatures in winter, otherwise it will affect growth.

The above is an introduction to the planting method and time of freesia. When the buds of freesia begin to show color, reduce watering to avoid causing the flowers to wither. At the same time, avoid placing the flower pots in places where the temperature is too high or too low, so as not to affect the opening of the flowers.