Hyacinthus orientalis 'Fondant'
hyacinth
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Fondant' unfurls densely packed flower spikes in a dainty apple blossom pink, softening to pale blush at the petal edges, each bell-shaped bloom radiating an intoxicating, honeyed fragrance.
Emerging from sturdy, upright bulbs with glaucous green foliage, this hyacinth delivers maximum sensory impact with minimal gardener intervention. Perfect for indoor forcing or outdoor spring gardens, it transforms containers and borders with its elegant, softly coloured blooms.
Plant in autumn for a late spring spectacle that captivates both gardeners and pollinators alike.
Emerging from sturdy, upright bulbs with glaucous green foliage, this hyacinth delivers maximum sensory impact with minimal gardener intervention. Perfect for indoor forcing or outdoor spring gardens, it transforms containers and borders with its elegant, softly coloured blooms.
Plant in autumn for a late spring spectacle that captivates both gardeners and pollinators alike.
How to care for Hyacinthus orientalis Fondant:
Using gloves, plant bulbs outdoors 10-15cm (4-6in) deep and 15cm (6in) apart in early or mid-autumn. Cut off the flower stalk at the base when the flowers fade. Once the foliage has died back, outdoor bulbs can be left in the ground to flower the following year.
For forcing indoor use, using gloves, plant bulbs close together (but not touching), into shallow bowls containing bulb fibre, so their tops are just above the surface of the compost. After potting up, they will need a cool, dark period, which will encourage root growth, so pop them into a black bin liner and leave in the shed or garage. Check them occasionally to make sure the compost does not get too dry, and water them when necessary.
When the growing shoot is about 5cm (2in) tall, take it out of the bag and bring the pot inside to a cool room away from direct sunlight until the leaves turn green. Afterwards they can be moved closer to the window, but if possible keep them away from central heating radiators. Be careful not to over water indoor containers without drainage as the bulbs will rot. Push your finger into the compost and only add more water if it feels dry (rather than moist or damp.)
These bulbs can also be grown in specialist bulb vases. Simply fill the vases. Simply fill the vase with water up to its neck and then sit the bulb on top, making sure the base of the bulb is just above the water. Then treat it in the same way as the potted bulbs.
Indoor bulbs can be lifted, cleaned and stored in a cool, dark location until the autumn (or planted out in the garden).
For forcing indoor use, using gloves, plant bulbs close together (but not touching), into shallow bowls containing bulb fibre, so their tops are just above the surface of the compost. After potting up, they will need a cool, dark period, which will encourage root growth, so pop them into a black bin liner and leave in the shed or garage. Check them occasionally to make sure the compost does not get too dry, and water them when necessary.
When the growing shoot is about 5cm (2in) tall, take it out of the bag and bring the pot inside to a cool room away from direct sunlight until the leaves turn green. Afterwards they can be moved closer to the window, but if possible keep them away from central heating radiators. Be careful not to over water indoor containers without drainage as the bulbs will rot. Push your finger into the compost and only add more water if it feels dry (rather than moist or damp.)
These bulbs can also be grown in specialist bulb vases. Simply fill the vases. Simply fill the vase with water up to its neck and then sit the bulb on top, making sure the base of the bulb is just above the water. Then treat it in the same way as the potted bulbs.
Indoor bulbs can be lifted, cleaned and stored in a cool, dark location until the autumn (or planted out in the garden).
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.25m
Eventual spread:
0.1m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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Humans: Skin irritant; Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
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Bulbs (only)£4.95
