Variety traits

Freesia lodging

Freesia Eckl. ex Klatt

Freesia lodging is the loss of vertical stability and the bending of flower stalks, which critically reduces the commercial quality of cut flowers. The problem is caused by excessive nitrogen nutrition, insufficient lighting, and improper temperature management during cultivation.

In the reference 14 varieties crop Freesia, where this is mentioned in the description.

The primary cause of freesia stem instability is an excess of nitrogen, which leads to the formation of loose tissues and excessive development of vegetative mass. Additional risk factors include etiolation due to light deficiency and failure to maintain optimal temperature conditions during the growing season.

For crops grown for cut flowers, the presence of straight and strong stalks is a determining quality criterion. Lodging resistance does not have standardized measurement scales and is assessed visually by monitoring plant architecture and the commercial appearance of the produce.

General information about the subject — on the page Lodging.

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Varieties of Freesia mentioned in the description

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