West Cork Bulbs
Hyacinth Mixed
Hyacinth Mixed
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Overview
Hyacinth Mixed: The Scented Kaleidoscope
Why choose just one colour when you can have them all? Turn your garden into a perfumed paradise with our Hyacinth Mixed collection. This carefully curated blend brings together the very best of the Hyacinth world, offering a vibrant riot of blues, pinks, whites, reds, yellows, and purples. Each bulb produces a thick, robust spike densely packed with starry florets that look like intricate porcelain work. Beyond the visual spectacle, this mix is the ultimate sensory experience; Hyacinths are famous for their powerful, sweet fragrance that captures the essence of spring. Whether planted in formal beds, scattered in borders, or crowded into patio pots, they guarantee a cheerful and aromatic start to the season.
Key Features
- Aromatic Powerhouse: There is no spring bulb more fragrant than the Hyacinth. This mix ensures your garden is filled with a heavy, sweet perfume that drifts on the breeze.
- Rainbow Riot: From deep midnight blues and rich wines to soft pinks and snowy whites, this collection covers the full spectrum, ensuring no two corners of your garden look the same.
- Robust & Reliable: Hyacinths are known for their thick, fleshy stems which make them highly weather-resistant. They stand upright in spring showers and wind without the need for staking.
- Bee Magnets: The dense florets are rich in nectar, providing a vital and easily accessible food source for early-waking bumblebees and other pollinators.
Gardener's Tip
When planting a mixed collection in a border, avoid planting them in a single straight line, which can look regimented and thin. Instead, plant them in triangular groups or irregular clumps of 5, 7, or 9 bulbs. This creates "bouquets" of colour that look natural and impactful. If planting in pots, pack them in tight (about an inch apart) to create a solid canopy of blooms that hides the soil completely.
Specifications
| Item Package Size |
Bag of 3 or 20 Bulbs
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| Flower Colour |
A Vibrant Mix of Blue, Pink, White, Red, Yellow, and Purple
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| Flower Size |
Dense spikes of 2–3 cm florets
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| Planting Time |
September to December
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| Bloom Time |
March to April
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| Mature Height |
20 – 25 cm tall
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| Bulb Spacing |
10 – 15 cm apart
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| Bulb Size |
15/16 cm
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| Planting Depth |
Plant 10 – 15 cm deep
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| Warnings |
Do not eat ornamental bulbs - could also be harmful to animals - it is highly recommended to wear gloves when planting as some bulbs can cause irritations.
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