Hyacinthus orientalis China Pink

Dutch Hyacinth 'China Pink'

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Fragrant spring-blooming bulb with dense clusters of pink flowers on upright spikes, featuring strap-like gray-green foliage; popular for indoor forcing or garden borders in temperate climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Dutch Hyacinth 'China Pink'
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Hyacinthus
Species Orientalis
Variety China Pink
Origin Mediterranean / Cultivated Hybrid
Blooming Spring, fragrant spikes
Leaf Color Gray-green strap leaves
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining potting mix with perlite or sand, high organic matter

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Watering

Keep soil moist but not soggy while growing; reduce significantly after flowering for dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright light during growth phase; avoid scorching sun during bloom to extend life

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Fertilization

Apply bulb fertilizer at planting and once monthly during active growth

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers immediately; cut foliage only after it turns yellow 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

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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 65%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
4000 – 18000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
5 – 20
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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