| Common Name | Dutch Hyacinth 'Fondant' |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Hyacinthus |
| Species | Orientalis |
| Variety | Fondant |
| Origin | Mediterranean / Netherlands |
| Blooming | Spring flowering bulb, highly fragrant spikes in late winter to early spring. |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green strap-like leaves |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining potting mix with high perlite or coarse sand content to prevent bulb rot.
Keep soil moist during growth phase, allow soil to dry between waterings, stop watering after flowering.
Bright indirect light indoors; full sun outdoors after forcing, avoid scorching heat.
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer at planting and early growth, discontinue after bloom fades.
Remove spent flower spikes immediately; allow foliage to yellow naturally before removal.
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