Freesia laxa subsp. azurea (azure-flowered flowering grass) — Clump forming

Overview

Freesia laxa subsp. azurea is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Freesia, part of the Iridaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Freesia laxa subsp. azurea grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, mediterranean climate plants, patio and container plants, conservatory and greenhouse, cut flowers, flower borders and beds and wall side borders.

About

Freesia laxa subsp. azurea, known as the azure-flowered flowering grass, is a clump-forming perennial in the Iridaceae family. It grows from corms and has deciduous, upright, narrow lanceolate foliage. In spring, it produces vertical stems topped with clusters of slender, tubular azure-blue flowers that are typically fragrant. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites with well-drained, neutral loam soil, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings including city gardens, patios, and conservatories in mild UK climates.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Freesia

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H2

Plant details

Freesia laxa subsp. azurea size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Bulbs
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants, Conservatory and greenhouse, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds, Wall side borders