Wayside Gardens Freesia Beauty Bulbs
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking fragrant, deer-resistant spring color.
These bulbs deliver a striking, deep crimson bloom paired with an exceptional citrus fragrance. While they require a bit of extra care—specifically staking and lifting in colder climates—the reward is a high-performing, drought-tolerant plant that excels as a cut flower.
$12.95
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, dramatic color for beds or containers
- Fragrance lovers wanting sweet, perfumed indoor or outdoor spaces
- Floral arrangers needing long-lasting, professional-quality cut flowers
Who should skip it
- Cold-climate gardeners unwilling to dig and store bulbs annually
- Low-maintenance gardeners preferring plants that stand up on their own
- Impatient growers wanting immediate color after planting
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Fire engine red blooms create an immediate, high-contrast focal point.
Maintenance Ease
Low-effort care makes these ideal for busy or novice gardeners.
Fragrance Profile
Distinct citrus notes provide a refreshing sensory addition to outdoor spaces.
Environmental Resilience
Strong drought tolerance and deer resistance minimize common gardening headaches.
Versatility
Equally effective in garden beds, containers, or as cut arrangements.
Establishment Speed
Reliable first-year blooming rewards gardeners with quick, tangible results.
Key Specs
Pack Size
10 Bulbs
Variety
'Red Beauty'
Mature Height
18 inches
Mature Width
6 inches
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Soil Requirements
Moist, well-drained, Normal, loamy
Hardiness Zones
9-10
Fragrance
Citrusy
Deer Resistant
Yes
Drought Tolerant
Yes
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