Freesia

Basic Freesia Flower Information

Common Names
Freesia

Scientific Name
Genus species Freesia alba
Family Iridaceae

History
Since Victorian times, a special meaning has been attached to flowers. Each flower or flower color is a symbolic representation of an emotion or expression. Freesias are native to South Africa and are named for Friedrich Heinrich Theodor Freese, a German student who studied African plants in the 19th century.

Freesia Flower Meaning
trust, Innocence

Freesias are, also, associated with:

Astrological Flowers
Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20)
Libra (Sept 23 - Oct 22)

Birth Month Flower
N/A

Floral Design Qualities For Freesias

Type of Use: Flower
Form: Line/Form
Fragrance: Mild-strong
Line: Curved
Silhouette: Open/ Arch
Blossom Texture: Satin
Stem Size: 12-18"
Blossom Size: 8/4- 1 1/2"
Vase Life 4- 7 Days.

Freesia Design Uses
The Freesias' unusual, appealing shape makes them very suitable line flowers for any arrangement. They also make fragrant additions to bouquets and body flowers.

Freesia Flower Colors
Reds, oranges, yellows, purples, whites/ivories, pinks

Blooming Seasons
Spring, Summer, Fall

General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter.

Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter.