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Blue Multiflora Hyacinth - 25 pieces

CHF 42.50

Blue Multiflora Hyacinth - 25 pieces

Name: Blue Multiflora Hyacinth - 25 pieces
Brand: Hyacinthus
Price: 42.50 CHF
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Hyacinthus 'Multiflora Blue'

CHF 42.50

Several flower stems per bulb
Loose, natural-looking spikes in blue
Fragrant, flowering in April
About 25–35 cm tall
25 bulbs for planting larger areas

Multiflora hyacinths send up several slender stems from each bulb. The blue flowers sit more loosely than on classic hyacinths and so look natural and light. In April, 25 bulbs turn a bed or pot into a fragrant blue carpet.

About this variety

The multiflora hyacinth looks different from its familiar relatives. Instead of one dense spike, it forms several slender stems with loosely spaced flowers. The blue is clear and fresh and is more reminiscent of a wild flower than a strictly bred garden form. Because the spikes are not so heavy, they hardly bend over even in rain and need no support.

At about 25–35 cm tall, it suits bed edges, borders and naturalistic corners. Plant the 25 bulbs in larger groups or as a band along a path. White daffodils, yellow primroses or early tulips are lovely partners. In pots and window boxes the many stems quickly fill the space.

The flowers are scented like classic hyacinths and are visited by bees. For the vase, cut whole stems, which look airy and light. In the garden the multiflora returns every year and fits well into a meadow with other spring bulbs. In natural gardens especially, the multiflora is a good choice, as it blends in rather than standing out. It also flowers reliably under open shrubs and returns year after year.

Planting

Plant the bulbs from September to November, or even in December if the ground is open, 10–15 cm deep and 12–15 cm apart. Set each bulb pointed end up. A sunny to partially shaded spot with free-draining soil is ideal, as waterlogging makes the bulbs rot. Wear gloves when planting, as the bulb skins can irritate the skin.

Care

After flowering, pinch off the spent stem so that no energy goes into seed. Leave the green foliage until it turns yellow, as it feeds the bulb for the next season. In pots, water moderately and avoid waterlogging. As the sap can irritate the skin, gloves are recommended.

Specifications

Botanical name: Hyacinthus 'Multiflora Blue'
Genus: Hyacinths
Class: Multi-flowered
Supplied as: Flower bulbs
Flower colour: Blue
Fragrant: Yes
Flowering time: April
Flowering season: Spring
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 15 cm
Position: Sun, Partial shade
Suitable for: Bed, Bed edge and border, Pot and container, Wildlife garden and meadow, Cutting garden
Soil type: Loamy, Sandy
Drainage: Well-drained
Soil moisture: Moist
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil note: Suitable for many Swiss garden soils. A loose structure and good drainage matter more than a particular soil type.
Planting time: September, October, November, December
Planting depth: 4–6 inches
Spacing: 12–15 cm
Number per m²: 50
Hardiness in Switzerland: Hardy in Switzerland
Overwintering note: Generally hardy in garden soil in Switzerland. At high, windy sites and in containers, plan extra winter protection and avoid winter wet.
For containers: Well suited to containers
Container note: Suitable for sufficiently deep pots. Avoid waterlogging and let the foliage die back completely after flowering.
Cut flower: Suitable as a cut flower
Naturalising: Partly suitable
Naturalising note: Can return for several years. Spreading on its own is not guaranteed for this variety, however.
For bees and butterflies: Pollinator-friendly
Deer and rodent resistant: Yes
Edible: Not edible
Toxicity: Harmful if eaten; contact with the plant can irritate the skin. Keep away from children and pets and wear gloves when planting.