Freesia 'Red River'

Description: Freesia 'Red River' is a hardy, fragrant perennial that brings rich colour and delightful scent to South England gardens. This cormous herbaceous perennial produces elegant spikes of deep crimson-red blooms throughout summer, each flower releasing a sweet, distinctive fragrance highly valued by gardeners and florists alike. The narrow, sword-shaped green foliage provides an attractive upright, clump-forming habit. Ideal for sunny borders, patio containers, and cutting gardens, this variety performs reliably in UK conditions when planted in well-drained, fertile soil. In sheltered South England positions, it is sufficiently hardy for year-round outdoor cultivation, though a protective mulch in severe winters is beneficial. The flowers are excellent for fresh arrangements, remaining fragrant in the vase for several days. Freesias attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making them valuable for wildlife-friendly gardens. Once established, they reward with abundant flowering and minimal fuss, thriving equally well in garden beds or containers where drainage can be carefully managed.

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

Position: full sun to partial shade