Hyacinthus orientalis Carnegie

Double White Hyacinth 'Carnegie'

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Fragrant double-flowered hyacinth with dense clusters of pure white star-shaped florets on sturdy stems. Known for exceptional scent, excellent for indoor forcing or spring gardens.
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Plant Details

Common Name Double White Hyacinth 'Carnegie'
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Hyacinthus
Species Orientalis
Variety Carnegie
Origin Turkey / Mediterranean Basin
Blooming Spring, typically Feb-Apr depending on forcing
Leaf Color Deep green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining sandy loam or potting mix with perlite; avoid heavy clay

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Watering

Keep soil moist during active growth; reduce watering after flowering and allow dormancy dry period to prevent bulb rot

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for outdoor growth; bright indirect light indoors during forcing

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Fertilization

Apply balanced bulb fertilizer at planting and monthly during active growth phase

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Pruning

Remove spent flower stalks immediately; cut back foliage only when yellowed naturally

Pest Control Aphid Bulb Mite Slug Snail

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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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 9 months
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Mar
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
5 – 30
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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