Hyacinth Pastel Mix (Hyacinthus orientalis) – Fragrant Spring Flowering Mix (Bag of 10 Bulbs)

You get 10 dry bulbs in a bag, ready to plant. They are not growing plants. This Hyacinth Pastel Mix gives you sweetly scented spring flowers in soft pinks, lilacs, creams and whites. The photos show the flowers in bloom.

Hyacinthus orientalis is one of spring's best-loved scented bulbs. Each bulb sends up a dense, upright spike of flowers above bright green, strap-shaped leaves. The pastel shades blend into a gentle, cottage-garden display. The exact colour combination can vary, as this is a mixed selection.

These hyacinths are well suited to pots, windowsill displays, patios, doorsteps and borders. Plant them in autumn in full sun or partial shade, in well-drained soil. They are hardy through a normal British winter and can be left in the ground, though the flower spikes get smaller and looser in later years. Let the foliage die back naturally after flowering.

Bulbs are harmful if eaten. Keep away from children and pets.

Cultural Information

• Botanical Name: Hyacinthus orientalis
• Common Name: Hyacinth
• Growth Habit: Upright, compact flowering spike with strap-like basal leaves
• Perfect For: Containers, windowsills, borders, rock gardens and patio pots
• Foliage: Bright green, strap-shaped, basal leaves
• Planting Time: September to November
• Flowering Time: February to May
• Flower Colour: Mixed pastel shades
• Planting Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Planting Depth: Approximately 10-15cm deep when planting out in the garden
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; avoid waterlogged conditions
• Hardiness: Hardy in the UK