Rheinland freesia

Freesia 'Rheinland'

BulbIridaceae

A.M.-B.C. 1959, F.C.C.-B.C. 1964

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

Garden uses

Cut flowerSpecimenWinter interest

Notes

'Rheinland' freesia (Freesia 'Rheinland') 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. Its fragrant flowers open burnt orange, tinged purple, with a cadmium orange throat. They bloom from early to late summer.

Pairs well with Taro, Vetiver, and Sweet potato vine.

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