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Hyacinth

Hyacinth orientalis 'Blue Jacket'

A dense spike of fragrant florets surrounded by green sword-like foliage that should be planted along walkways to maximize your enjoyment.


Hyacinths are hardy, deer resistant, very fragrant, and like other bulbs; easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.

Planting and Maintenance Info:

Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Planting Depth: 6 Inches
Bulbs per Square Foot: 6

Wear gloves when planting, as bulb dust may cause a harmless skin irritation. Bulb dust can be easily washed off with soap and warm water. Their fragrance is worth the effort.

Plant Height:

10-12 In

Bloom Time:

Blooms mid spring

Hardiness Zone:

2-10 Find your zone

Hyacinth Features:

 
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We have done our best to describe this plant as accurately as possible, however, different climates
and growing conditions in different parts of the country will affect height, bloom time, and color.

Great Companion Plants for Hyacinth orientalis 'Blue Jacket'
Hyacinth Hyacinth (Hyacinth orientalis 'Pink Pearl')
Grape Hyacinth Grape Hyacinth (Muscari armeniacum )
Tulip Tulip (Tulipa Fosteriana 'White Emperor')
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