Hyacinthus orientalis Yellow Queen

Yellow Queen Hyacinth

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Fragrant bulbous perennial featuring dense spikes of yellow cup-shaped flowers; a popular spring bloomer often forced indoors for winter display.
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Plant Details

Common Name Yellow Queen Hyacinth
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Hyacinthus
Species Orientalis
Variety Yellow Queen
Origin Mediterranean Basin & Middle East
Blooming Spring flowering bulb, typically Feb-April when forced indoors
Leaf Color Medium green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining potting mix with organic matter and coarse sand for drainage

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Watering

Water regularly during active growth, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, reduce in summer dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light during growth, direct sun after blooming to harden off bulbs

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Fertilization

Bulb feed before planting and liquid fertilizer weekly during bloom phase

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers (deadhead) but leave foliage until yellowed for bulb regeneration

Pest Control Aphid Bulb Mite 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
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
48° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
4000 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 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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