Hyacinthus orientalis Aiolos

Blue Hyacinth

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Fragrant bulbous perennial featuring dense spikes of deep violet-blue flowers in early spring, prized for its intense aroma and compact growth habit.
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Plant Details

Common Name Blue Hyacinth
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Hyacinthus
Species Orientalis
Variety Aiolos
Origin Turkey, Syria, Lebanon
Blooming Spring bulb, fragrant flower spikes
Leaf Color Blue-green strap leaves
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained sandy loam or bulb-specific potting mix

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Watering

Water regularly during growth and bloom, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, reduce after flowering

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun to partial shade; requires cold period for blooming

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Fertilization

Apply bulb fertilizer at planting time and when shoots appear, stop fertilizing once foliage yellows

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Pruning

Remove spent flower spikes, allow foliage to die back naturally before removing leaves

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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May
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eco Leaf Persistence 6 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
48° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
15 – 40
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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