Freesia

photos taken July 22, 2012

Purchased on clearance from Home Depot in Oregon City for $3.50 each. Planted July 21, 2012 by patio door.

Native to South Africa.
Members of the iris family.
12-18" in height
zones 9-10

Once the foliage emerges, water the growing freesia plants often to keep the soil moist. Freesias need an abundance of moisture during the entire growing season, but you should allow the soil to dry out once the flowers fade.

You can also pick off faded flowers to keep the garden looking tidy, but allow the foliage to die back naturally.