Hyacinthus orientalis Amethyst

Amethyst Hyacinth

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Fragrant bulbous perennial with dense spikes of deep purple-blue flowers, native to Turkey and Syria, popular for winter indoor forcing due to intense fragrance.
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Plant Details

Common Name Amethyst Hyacinth
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Hyacinthus
Species Orientalis
Variety Amethyst
Origin Turkey / Syria
Blooming Spring (Feb-April if forced)
Leaf Color Glauco-blue green strap-like 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 compost for forcing

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Watering

Keep moist during active growth and blooming, allow to dry completely during summer dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light indoors; full sun outdoors during spring growth

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer at planting, feed monthly while growing, stop after flowering

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Pruning

Cut flower spikes after fading; remove yellow leaves but keep green foliage until dies back naturally

Pest Control Aphid Bulb Mite Slug

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
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
46° – 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)
5000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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