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5.0 out of 5 (6 experiences)


About Garden Hyacinth
Hyacinthus orientalis is a hardy, perennial, bulbous herb with basal, narrowly strap-shaped leaves and fragrant spring flowers that rise on an erect stalk. It grows easily in organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun. It can be grown in USDA zone 4 with mulch, but does well in higher zones without mulch.
Taxonomy
Hyacinthus orientalis
Hyacinthus
Asparagaceae
Asparagales
Also known as
Common Hyacinth and Dutch Hyacinth

How to care for Garden Hyacinth
How often to water your Garden Hyacinth

every 9
Garden Hyacinth needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Garden Hyacinth in your home

a window
Garden Hyacinth love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Garden Hyacinth does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Garden Hyacinth in your home š”.
How to fertilize Garden Hyacinth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Garden Hyacinth after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
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Help. I inherited this plant and donāt know what to do with it besides throwing it away
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The tips of the leaves are turning yellow and then brown. I donāt know if Iām overwatering or under watering.
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Hello! I just received Surya as a present from a family remember and I was looking to keep her alive. I just would like to know the watering schedule I should set for her? Anything helps!! #GardenHyacinth
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Yellowing leaves I just got Kore recently and I've watered her twice so far and her leaves are limp and yellowing. At first I thought it was cause she was thirsty but she didn't improve after I watered her. Next, I thought it might have been overwatering so I gave her a break and her soil is dry but her leaves just keep yellowing. They aren't really crunchy but soft and they're curling #plantaddict #plantsmakepeoplehappy #plantlover #plantmafia #planttherapy #greggang #plantlove #notsohappyplants
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Drooping flower Not sure what's wrong but since I get Kore her flowers have just drooped down to the table. Is there a problem or do I just have to give her some support? #plantaddict #plantsmakepeoplehappy #plantlover #plantmafia #planttherapy #greggang #plantlove
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Bought this Hyacinth from Aldi, and it is growing well. Wondering if o can transfer it from water to soil in hopes that it will rebloom. #GardenHyacinth
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Can anyone please explain⦠Why is it starting to bloom?! It hasnāt grown at all! #HappyPlants #NewGrowth #NewBlooms #Question
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Does anybody know how long this will bloom for
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What is this
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Are these good indoor plants or do they like to be outside? #GardenHyacinth
Garden Hyacinth can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!
š¦ Water Needs
Garden Hyacinth prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
āļø Sunlight Needs
Garden Hyacinth requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
š¶ š š¶ Toxicity
Garden Hyacinth is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.
šØ Humidity
Garden Hyacinth doesnāt require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
šŖ“ Soil
Garden Hyacinth does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
š© Fertilizer
Garden Hyacinth should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
š Native Region
Garden Hyacinth is native to the eastern Mediterranean.
šø Flowers
Yes, you may see your Garden Hyacinth bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.
ā¬ļø ā¬ļø Growth Pattern
Garden Hyacinth is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.
š¦ļø Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Garden Hyacinth can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
š± Propagation
Garden Hyacinth can be propagated by division into new individual plants.
- Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
- If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
- Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
- Repot the parent plant back into its original pot
š Yellow Leaves
Yellow leaves arenāt always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plantās life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, itās likely just your plant shedding old leaves.
Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Garden Hyacinth, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.
Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!
š§ Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.
Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.
Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.
Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.
- Common Bugs Affecting Garden Hyacinth →
- Drooping Garden Hyacinth Leaves →
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- Black Spots on Garden Hyacinth →
- Black Spots on Garden Hyacinth →
- Garden Hyacinth Leaves Falling Over →
- Garden Hyacinth Leaves Curling →
- Garden Hyacinth Root Rot →
Care Summary for Garden Hyacinth
Garden Hyacinth
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.

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