Freesia Double Yellow, marketed by Kapiteyn and J. Parkers, is a highly fragrant, summer-flowering bulb producing vibrant, fully double yellow blooms with a soft, rose-like form. Carried on strong, upright stems reaching 3060 cm, these striking flowers are ideal for borders, containers, and cutting, bringing both colour and perfume to the garden.

Supplied as quality 7 cm+ corms, Freesias are easy to grow and thrive in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. They flower reliably from mid-summer into early autumn.

Key Characteristics & Growing Requirements

Appearance: Fully double, bright yellow, highly fragrant flowers on sturdy stems
Height: 3060 cm
Planting Depth & Spacing: Plant corms 57 cm deep and 57 cm apart
Position: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, fertile, sandy or light soil

Hardiness: Tender (USDA Zones 910). In colder regions (Zones 38), lift corms in autumn and store in a dry, frost-free place over winter.

Care & Uses

Watering: Water regularly during growth, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged
Maintenance: Remove spent flowers to encourage continued blooming
Uses: Excellent for cutting and as a colourful focal point in summer containers and borders