Hyacinth

Hyacinthus orientalis · Family Asparagaceae

Also known as: hyacinths, dutch hyacinth, common hyacinth

Light: Bright indirect to full sun
Watering: Every 4 days
Difficulty: Easy
Pet-safe: No, keep it away from cats and dogs

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Care

Where to put it

A cool, bright windowsill where its scent can be enjoyed.

Light

Bright light to full sun. Warm rooms make the stems flop.

Watering

Keep the compost moist but not soggy. Wear gloves when handling bulbs.

About the plant

A bulb plant with dense spikes of fragrant flowers in blue, pink, white and purple. It flowers in spring and its scent fills the room. It can be forced into flower in pots of water.

Origin

Native to the eastern Mediterranean, including Turkey, Syria and Lebanon.

What it likes

Lots of light
Cold before flowering
Free-draining compost

What it dislikes

Intense heat
A waterlogged bulb
Shade

Did you know?

In Greek mythology, the flower sprang from the blood of Hyacinthus, a youth loved by the god Apollo.