Hyacinthus orientalis

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Hyacinth, Garden or Common

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Modesto Jr. College/Jacob

 

Description

This small perennial will grow less than 1' tall and has large, dark green leaves with blue, red, yellow, pink, or purple flowers that bloom in spring.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Annual

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring, Constant

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

High

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways

 

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.