Freesia 'Delta River'

Description: Freesia Delta River is a hardy perennial freesia that brings delightful colour and captivating fragrance to South England gardens. This reliable cultivar produces elegantly formed flowers throughout the summer months, with narrow, sword-shaped green foliage that provides attractive structure even when not in bloom. The sweetly scented blooms are prized for both garden display and cutting, filling rooms with the classic freesia perfume. A cormous herbaceous perennial, it forms upright clumps and performs well in warm, sheltered positions with good drainage. Once established, Freesia Delta River requires minimal maintenance and rewards gardeners with consistent flowering. The plant is particularly valuable for cottage gardens, mixed borders, and patio containers where its fragrance can be enjoyed up close. Its low-growing habit and long flowering season make it an excellent choice for layering in borders alongside complementary perennials. In South England's temperate climate, it thrives when given a warm aspect and protection from cold winter winds.

Other benefits: deciduous, borders, containers, cut-flowers

Position: full sun to partial shade