How to plant grow and care for Freesias this spring

Plant freesia tubers straight into the ground in April or May after the risk of frost has almost passed. If planting the previous autumn (undercover) or growing them in pots for the greenhouse, plant 5 tubers in a pot around 11 cm (4 inches). Plant them with pointed ends about 2½-5cm (1-2in) deep.

Water newly planted tubers regularly and keep them moist and shaded – a cool greenhouse or conservatory is ideal if they are in pots. When tubers begin to sprout, move pots to full sunlight and continue watering.

If you have planted freesia in September to November, leave the pots outside while temperatures are still between 10-17°C (50-62ºF) and then move indoors in winter to avoid cold weather and frost.

Always support the freesia, either with a triangle of canes to keep the foliage and flowering stems upright as they grow, or by using pea sticks. If the soil is lean or thin, apply a small dose of liquid seaweed feed when the plants are 5cm (2in) tall.

how to care for freesia
watering
Water when you plant and then water regularly as the freesias grow, especially potted freesias.

fertilization
If planted in good quality soil, they do not need to be fed. If the soil is lean or thin, they will benefit from a potassium-rich, liquid feed – comfrey juice or liquid seaweed fertilizer work well. Feed them only when the plants are up and growing and about 5cm (2in) tall.

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