Hyacinthus orientalis (Blue)

Common name: Hyacinth

Description: The blue Hyacinth is one of the most intensely fragrant bulbs available, producing upright, dense spikes of tightly packed porcelain-blue flowers in mid-spring that fill the surrounding air with a rich, sweet perfume. Classic and unmistakable, the upright stems rise above bright green strap-like leaves and make a spectacular display in containers, borders, and window boxes. Equally at home grown indoors for a heady winter fragrance, or planted outside for a striking spring display.

Other benefits: intensely fragrant, classic spring bulb, excellent for containers and forcing indoors

Wildlife attraction: bees and early pollinators

Height & spread (approx.) at maturity: 25cm x 10cm

Position: full sun to partial shade

Soil pH: neutral to slightly alkaline

Moisture: well-drained; bulbs will rot in waterlogged soil

Winter hardiness: cold hardy to -20°C