Hyacinthus orientalis blue
Family: Hyacinthaceae
Common: Roman Hyacinths
Species Origin: Mediterranean
Common: Roman Hyacinths
Species Origin: Mediterranean
Geophyte Characteristics
Type: Tunicated bulb
Sizes Available: 12/13 to 16/up cm, in circumference
Bulb Storage: 60-77 °F (17-25°C)
Flower & Plant Characteristics
Color: Violet-blue
Shape: Raceme
Size: Up to 5 inches (12.5 cm) long
Floret/Flower Number: Up to 20
Flowering Season: Late Winter
Total Height: Up to 12 inches (30 cm)
Number of Stems: Up to 4
Uses: Garden, Flowering potted plants
Planting Time: Fall
Planting Depth: 2 inches (5 cm) to base of bulb
Spacing: 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) apart