Hyacinthus orientalis Top White

White Hyacinth

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Fragrant bulbous perennial featuring dense spikes of pure white flowers. Ideal for winter forcing indoors or spring gardens. Requires a cold period to initiate blooms.
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Plant Details

Common Name White Hyacinth
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Hyacinthus
Species Orientalis
Variety Top White
Origin Mediterranean region / Turkey
Blooming Spring, typically Feb-April when forced indoors or outdoors.
Leaf Color Bright green
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. Bulb soil or peat mix.

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Watering

Water thoroughly after planting, keep moist but not soggy during growth. Reduce water after flowering as foliage yellows.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light indoors during forcing. Full sun outdoors for naturalization.

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Fertilization

Apply bulb fertilizer at planting and early growth. Stop feeding after blooms fade.

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Pruning

Cut flower stalks after fading. Allow leaves to yellow naturally before removing.

Pest Control Aphid Bulb Mite Mealybug Red Onion Thrip

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
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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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
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 – 20
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 80%
% 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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