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Hyacinth Peter Stuyvesant

Hyacinth orientalis

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Large Spikes of Deeper Purple

Hyacinth are great selections for beginners. Plant Hyacinth Peter Stuyvesant, with its large clusters of intense dark purple florets, near entrances and walkways as their beautiful fragrant blooms are pleasing to sight and smell. When a breeze carries that first whiff of Hyacinth, spring is not far behind. Hyacinth transition a winter-weary garden to life well before most perennials begin to waken in spring and before it is warm enough to plant annuals.

Code BHYPS

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Plant Type Bulbs

Species

Height Short 10"

Spacing Plant 6" apart

Bloom Time Early Spring to Mid-Spring

Sun / Shade Full Sun to Mostly Sunny

Zones 4-8

Soil Type Normal

Water Needs Medium

Sold In Bags of 5

Special Features

Beneficial for Pollinators
Attracts Butterflies
Good for Cut Flowers
Deer Resistant
Fragrant
Rabbit Resistant

Planting Sites

OK in Containers

Hyacinth General Information

Hyacinth spring bulbs are best known for their fragrance. For the best effects, plant the bulbs in clusters of 5 or more of one variety. Enjoy this selection throughout the winter from indoor forcing. In zones 9 and 10 Hyacinth bulbs require 12-15 weeks of chilling at temps of 35-50 degrees for bulbs to return each year.

Hyacinth Plant Care

Plant the bulbs in full sun and well-drained soil. Plant 6" apart and 6" deep. Cut foliage to ground after it yellows. Interested in forcing bulbs? Visit our Useful Links page.