Albatros freesia

Freesia 'Albatros'

BulbIridaceae

A.M.-B.C. 1974

Albatros freesia
Fragrant
USDA zones9 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Summer

Garden uses

Cut flowerSpecimenWinter interest

Notes

'Albatros' freesia (Freesia 'Albatros') is a bulb for cut flowers and specimen planting. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 9 and warmer, down to about 20°F (-7°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. Fragrant white flowers with a deep yellow throat open from early to late summer. M. Penning & Zonen B.V. bred it.

Pairs well with Christmas bells, Lavender Perfection dahlia, and Giant chain fern.

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