flame freesia
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A half hardy cormous perennial with erect, sword-shaped leaves and spikes of cup-shaped orange or orange-red flowers marked with yellow on the lower lobes 3-4cm across
Scientific classification
- Species
- flame freesia (Tritonia crocata)
- Genus
- Tritonia
- Family
- Iridaceae
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- Toxicity
- Bulbs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0-0.1 metre
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of flame freesia
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of flame freesia
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flame freesia care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or remove offsets when dormant
Growing
GrowingUnder glass, grow in loam-based potting compost with added sharp sand, in full light. After flowering, water sparingly until foliage appears; in full growth, water freely. As leaves wither after flowering, gradually reduce water to ensure a warm, dry dormancy. Repot annually
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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