deadhead freesia

Deadheading the flower heads extends the blooming season and life of the plant.

1. Check the freesia plant daily for dead or wilting blossoms.
2. Cut the flower bloom from the stem with bypass pruners or pinch the flower bloom from the stem with your thumb and forefinger just below the flower bloom head.

1. Does freesia bloom more than once?
2. What to do with freesia after they bloom?
3. Do you cut back freesias?
4. Do freesias come back each year?
5. Should I soak freesia bulbs before planting?
6. How long do Freesia bulbs last?
7. Is freesia a perennial?
8. Is Freesia toxic to cats?
9. Can freesias be grown in pots?
10. How do you keep freesias from falling over?
11. What does freesia symbolize?
12. Do freesias have a scent?
13. How do you care for freesias indoors?
14. How do you propagate freesia?

Does freesia bloom more than once?

Do Freesias Bloom More Than Once A Year? - Knowledgebase Question. Freesias bloom in the spring if planted outdoors in the fall, or they'll bloom indoors in the fall if planted in the spring. In your gardening region they will bloom in the spring if you leave the corms in the ground all year around.

What to do with freesia after they bloom?

If your freesias are in pots, cut back the stems after flowering and keep the soil moist until the foliage begins to yellow. At that point, stop watering and move the pot to a sheltered location where it won't get wet. Once the soil is completely dry, cut off the foliage and remove the corms.

Do you cut back freesias?

Freesias are not fully hardy, so you are usually recommended to lift the plants in the autumn, either when the leaves yellow, or after the first frost. Cut the stems back to 1in and allow the corms to dry. ... Plant again, when the ground begins to warm in late April.

Do freesias come back each year?

Do freesias grow every year? If you live somewhere where it either never (or rarely) freezes then yes, your freesias should grow back. They may even multiply by spreading fertilised seeds so you could have a garden bursting with colour every spring!

Should I soak freesia bulbs before planting?

Shane Smith, author of the 2000 book "Greenhouse Gardener's Companion," says you can store the corms in your refrigerator for three or four weeks before planting them. Soaking them in water for about half an hour can also be beneficial. Corms should be planted about two inches deep, with the pointed end facing up.

How long do Freesia bulbs last?

Most bulbs, if stored correctly, can be kept for about 12 months before needing to be planted.

Is freesia a perennial?

Freesias grow best in full sun or light shade, in moist, well-drained soils. Freesias are tender perennials, winter hardy in growing zones 9-10 and grown as annuals elsewhere.

Is Freesia toxic to cats?

Toxicity, Safety & Prevention

Freesia is also safe for dogs and cats. However, if pets ever exhibit any symptoms of poisoning -- including vomiting, severe diarrhea, uncontrollable drooling or lethargy -- you should call the emergency vet right away.

Can freesias be grown in pots?

Freesias are versatile and can be grown in pots indoors or outdoors, or in the ground. Freesias aren't frost-hardy so can only be planted outdoors in spring or early summer.

How do you keep freesias from falling over?

Keep freesia from falling over by staking each flower in the garden. Position a stake on the soil approximately 3 inches away from each stem of the freesia flower. Use the hammer to pound the stake about 4 inches into the soil. Freesia flowers are close relations of crocuses, irises and gladioli.

What does freesia symbolize?

Freesia flower meanings generally include friendship, trust, thoughtfulness and innocence. They are a popular gift for friends and family, and is a popular flower amongst various cultures. According to the Victorian language of flowers, the freesia is the ultimate flower of trust.

Do freesias have a scent?

Freesias come in a wide variety of colors, bold and soft alike. And they smell delicious! Although just about everyone would agree that their scent is lovely, few agree on just how freesias smell. The blossoms are said to emit hints of honey, mint and strawberry.

How do you care for freesias indoors?

Freesias bloom readily indoors. Plant the bulbs about 2 inches (5 cm.) apart in a pot filled with regular potting soil. Keep the soil moist, but not soggy, and place the pot in a sunny, preferably south-facing window.

How do you propagate freesia?

There are two main methods of propagating freesias: by seed and by corm division. Both have high success rates, so it's really up to you and how you want to go about things. Freesias grown from seed usually take 8 to 12 months to bloom, while plants grown from divided corms will take a few years.