Hyacinthus orientalis Gipsy Queen

Gipsy Queen Hyacinth

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A stunning bulbous perennial featuring dense spikes of fragrant purple-pink flowers, popular for indoor winter forcing and spring decoration.
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Plant Details

Common Name Gipsy Queen Hyacinth
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Hyacinthus
Species Orientalis
Variety Gipsy Queen
Origin Western Asia / Netherlands Cultivar
Blooming Spring bulb, fragrant spikes in winter/spring
Leaf Color Deep green, strap-like
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining bulb mix with peat and perlite, high calcium content preferred

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Watering

Keep moist but not waterlogged during growth; allow to dry after flowering

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light during forcing, direct morning sun outdoors once established

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Fertilization

Apply liquid bulb fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth phase

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Pruning

Cut spent flower spikes immediately to prevent seed set, remove yellow leaves

Pest Control Aphid Bulb Mite Mealybug

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 6 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 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)
800 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
500 – 2000
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
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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