Freesia is a common flower that is loved for its delicate floral fragrance and beautiful flowers. Here's how to grow freesia bulbs:
Freesia bulbs:Fresh freesia bulbs can be purchased at a florist or gardener.
Flower pots:Choose a pot with good air permeability and good drainage, and put some crushed ceramic pieces or vermiculite at the bottom to improve drainage performance.
Soil:Soil made by mixing special orchid soil suitable for orchid growth or substances that improve aeration such as perlite and bracken bone meal.
Culture medium:The surface of the soil can be covered with a layer of moist moss or humus to maintain a certain humidity.
Water:Prepare clear water, preferably rainwater or tap water to remove chlorine.
Planting Steps:Pick the right bulb:Choose freesia bulbs with a smooth surface and no visible scars and decay. The size of the bulbs is generally adapted to the size of the pot.
Prepare the pots:Put draining material at the bottom of the pot and then put in the orchid soil, making sure there is enough soil in the pot.
Planting Freesia:Bury the freesia bulbs gently in the soil, not too deep, and the surface is slightly above the soil surface.
Watering:After the bulbs are buried, water them gently to keep the soil moist. When watering, be careful not to pour directly on the freesia bulbs to prevent them from getting too wet and causing rot.
Place a ventilated and well-lit placePlace the pot in a well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight. Freesia loves light, but should avoid strong direct sunlight.
Maintain the right temperature and humidityFreesia is generally suitable for growing at a temperature of 15-25 degrees Celsius, and the relative humidity is maintained at about 60%-70%.
Regular fertilization:During the growing season, freesia can be regularly applied with a special liquid fertilizer for orchids, but the amount of fertilizer should be controlled and over-fertilized should be avoided.
Pay attention to pest control:Inspect the plants regularly and apply appropriate control measures if pests or diseases are found.
Timely replacement of soil:Every once in a while, the freesia can be taken out, the pot can be cleaned, and the orchid soil can be replaced with new soil to maintain a good growing environment.
Flowering management:During the flowering period, the amount of watering can be properly controlled to prevent excessive water from causing flower rot.
Freesia is a relatively easy to manage flower, and following the above basic planting steps and precautions can cultivate beautiful and healthy freesia plants.