Eden Brothers
Freesia Bulbs - Double Lavender
Best fragrant floral choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly spring blooms.
Experience the enchanting allure of Double Lavender Freesia bulbs, celebrated for their intoxicating, peppery-sweet fragrance that heralds the arrival of spring. Each delicate stem unfurls multiple ruffled blooms in captivating shades of pale lilac to deep violet. These compact and graceful flowers are ideal for adding charm to garden beds, borders, and containers. They bloom sequentially in mid-spring, offering an extended display of beauty. Highly attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators, they also make exquisite cut flowers.
$24.49
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4.6
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Category Rank
726
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#726 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
+4%
Above average
Seed Type
Corm
/ Corm
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking natural, room-filling floral fragrance
- Landscapers wanting high-impact, elegant double-petal blooms
- Floral enthusiasts needing long-lasting, sturdy cut flowers
Who should skip it
- Cold-climate gardeners avoiding seasonal bulb storage
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting hands-off plant support
- Impatient planters desiring immediate spring color
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Intensity
The signature peppery-sweet scent provides a powerful sensory garden experience.
Pollinator Appeal
Highly effective at drawing hummingbirds and beneficial insects to your landscape.
Bloom Longevity
Sequential bud opening ensures a prolonged display of ruffled violet blooms.
Versatility
Equally suited for garden borders, decorative containers, or indoor floral arrangements.
Pest Resistance
Reliable defense against deer and rabbits keeps your flower beds intact.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward planting requirements make these accessible for most home gardeners.
Key Specs
Seed Type
Corm
Plant Height
12 to 18 inches
Planting Depth
2 to 3 inches
Plant Spacing
2 to 3 inches
Hardiness Zones
8, 9, 10, 11
Water Needs
Average
Coverage (20 Bulbs)
Up to 0.75 Sq. Ft
USDA Hardiness Zone
Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10, Zone 11
Features
- Vintage lavender hues with a signature scent.
- Extended bloom time from sequential bud opening.
- Attracts hummingbirds and other pollinators.
- Perfect for gardens, planters, and cut flowers.
- Easy to grow and maintain.
- Resistant to deer and rabbits.
What customers say
The consistent theme across customer feedback is the superior quality of the bulbs, resulting in reliable garden success. Gardeners frequently report excellent germination rates and robust plant health, leading to stunning double lavender blooms that are true to color. This dependable performance establishes the Freesia bulbs as a strong value proposition, delivering a beautiful, high impact display that consistently exceeds expectations.
Know before you buy
Yes, these bulbs are excellent for containers. Their compact height of 12 to 18 inches makes them well-suited for pots, provided the container has good drainage and receives full sun.
These Freesia bulbs are perennials in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11. If you live in a colder climate, you will need to treat them as annuals or lift the corms in the fall to store them indoors.
Plant the corms 2 to 3 inches deep with a spacing of 2 to 3 inches between each bulb. This density ensures a full, lush display once the flowers begin to bloom.
Yes, their fragrance and nectar are highly attractive to hummingbirds and various pollinators. Additionally, they are deer and rabbit resistant, making them a low-maintenance choice for gardens prone to animal browsing.
These Freesias bloom sequentially, meaning the buds open one after another on the stem. This characteristic provides an extended display of color and fragrance throughout the mid-spring season.
Absolutely. Their intoxicating, peppery-sweet fragrance and ruffled violet blooms make them an ideal choice for fresh-cut floral arrangements.
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