common hyacinth

Common hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis ETOUFFEE) requires regular watering to ensure the best blooming performance. During the growth stage prior to blooming, the plant should be watered once every week, providing enough water to keep the soil moist but not soggy. As soon as growth begins to slow, however, water less frequently but deeply. Once the plant starts to bloom, decrease watering to allow the soil to dry out between waterings. During blooming, only water when the top inch of soil is dry. Once the blooms have faded, allow the plant to dry out completely before giving it a deep watering.

Common hyacinth requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day in order to grow and flower properly. The species should be placed in a sunny spot that receives full sun for at least part of the day. The plant will need to be rotated in order to prevent uneven sun exposure and should be moved into more shade when the temperatures are too hot for it to handle. Although common hyacinth can survive in partial shade, it needs sunlight in order to thrive and bloom successfully.

Pruning of common hyacinths (Hyacinthus orientalis ETOUFFEE) should take place after the flowering season. Depending on how tightly the foliage appears, it can usually be cut back by ⅓ to ½ its height. The time to prune is generally any time from late spring to early summer. When cutting back, make sure to remove all dead, diseased, or damaged hybrid growth. This will ensure that the plant remains healthy and vigorous, allowing it to reproduce and flower again in the future.