Golden Melody freesia

Freesia 'Golden Melody'

BulbIridaceae

A.M.-B.C. 1962, T.G.A.-B.C. 1969

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

Garden uses

Cut flowerSpecimenWinter interest

Notes

'Golden Melody' freesia (Freesia 'Golden Melody') is a bulb for cut flowers and specimen plantings. 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 flowers are aureolin with buttercup yellow edges and open from early to late summer. M.C. van Staaveren bred it.

Pairs well with Cyclamen, Angel wings, and Just Joey rose.

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