Blue Heaven freesia
Freesia 'Blue Heaven'
A.M.-B.C. 1971, T.G.A.-B.C. 1973, A.M.-R.H.S. 1979
USDA zones9 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Light blue-violet
Garden uses
Notes
'Blue Heaven' freesia (Freesia 'Blue Heaven') is a bulb for cut flowers and specimen use. 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. The fragrant light blue-violet blooms open in early to late summer. R.A. Goemans bred it.
Pairs well with Cyclamen, Tuscan Blue rosemary, and Vetiver.