Hyacinth Care

Water it every other day during the growing season and once a week during the dormant season. It's also a good idea to fertilize the plant every two months.

You can start pruning these flowers once the last frost ends. Remove dead or damaged leaves or stems and prune the plant back to about 0.3 ft (9 cm) in height. This will promote new growth and help the plant look its best.

During the growing season, fertilize Hyacinthus orientalis every two to three weeks. Utilize a fertilizer with a balanced nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium ratio to promote both flowering and healthy root development.

It prefers direct sunlight but can also survive in partial shade. It should receive at least six hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal results. If grown in partial shade, it may produce fewer flowers.

These Hyacinths grow best in well-drained, organically rich soil. When planting the bulbs, make sure to plant them at a depth three times the size of the bulb and about 0.5 ft (15 cm) apart.

It is relatively simple to propagate this plant by dividing the bulbs after it has finished flowering. Dig up the bulbs and carefully separate them, taking care not to harm the individual bulbs. Replant the bulbs in a new location or container, and water them thoroughly.

Dutch Hyacinth can survive in colder climates, but it still needs to be kept warm. Storing it at temperatures between 40-80°F (4-26°C) would be best. If temperatures fall below 40°F (4°C), frost may damage the plant.

When planting this flower, use a large container for the bulb's roots. It would help if you produced the bulb 0.3 ft (9 cm) deep in a well-drained container.

Ancient Greeks and Romans associated the Dutch Hyacinth with Apollo, the god of beauty and wisdom. The name "hyacinth" comes from the Greek word for "blue larkspur," a flower believed to have grown from the blood of Apollo's victim Hyacinthus.