Hyacinthus orientalis Purple Sensation

Purple Sensation Hyacinth

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Fragrant bulbous perennial with deep purple flower spikes. Popular for winter forcing indoors, produces lush strap-like foliage before blooming in spring.
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Plant Details

Common Name Purple Sensation Hyacinth
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Hyacinthus
Species Orientalis
Variety Purple Sensation
Origin Turkey / Mediterranean
Blooming Spring, fragrant purple flowers on tall spikes
Leaf Color Grey-green strap-like 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 rich in organic matter, peat-based substrate preferred for bulbs

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Watering

Keep soil moist but not waterlogged during active growth; reduce watering after flowering as foliage dies back

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light during forcing period; direct morning sun after planting outdoors

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Fertilization

Apply bulb fertilizer at planting and monthly during active growth phase in winter/spring

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Pruning

Remove spent flower stalks to prevent seed energy drain; allow leaves to yellow naturally before removal

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

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Temperature
48° – 79°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
4000 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
15 – 30
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
40% – 80%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
250 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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