Hyacinth Woodstock

Deep wine red burgundy blooms that age to purple. A real stand out.

Hyacinths are one of the most fragrant of all the spring bulbs. Combined with their dynamo colours, they really are quite something special. So wonderful are they that it is almost a shame to not plant a few each spring. Plant them along paths, or by your doors and windows so you can enjoy the heady scent. You can even plant them in pots and bring them indoors to enjoy the delicious fragrance as it wafts through your home.

In the garden, it is a good idea to prepare your soil prior to planting spring bulbs. Dig through some well rotted manure a few weeks before you put your bulbs in. This increases drainage and adds nutrients to the soil. This isn’t necessary however, it just gives your bulbs a head start. Bulbs are best planted around Mothers Day.

Plant 15-20cm deep in humus rich, moist, well drained soil. Plant pointy end up then water in. When planting Hyacinth bulbs it is a good idea to wear gloves as the bulbs have a natural defence in the dust that flakes off the dry skin of the bulb. This can irritate sensitive skin and cause itching, resist the urge to itch if you are affected and wash with warm soapy water.

Add some fertiliser as the flowers begin to open to provide nourishment for next years blooms. Keep moist when in growth.

If you leave them to naturalise in the garden, the following year the flower heads will be more sparse as the bulbs are dividing, all going well they should be back in a year or so.

If you are planting your Hyacinths in pots, plant them so the bulbs are almost touching to create a dense display. You can try mixing with other perennials or bulbs for an extra splash of colour. We recommend leaving them outside until they are in full flower. Position the pot so it is in a shaded spot initially (around 8 weeks or so) so the flower heads develop slowly and doesn’t grow to quickly and flop or emerge only part way from the foliage. As the buds emerge move them into a lightly shaded area, gradually bringing them into the sunshine. Once the blooms are out you can leave them where they are or take them indoors to enjoy.

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