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March 23, 2018 admin

Hyacinths: A fragrant beauty

Anyone who loves beautiful things will adore a garden of hyacinths. From ancient Greek lore to French royalty, these gorgeous blooms have been a favourite throughout history. Originating from the eastern Mediterranean and West and Central Asia, hyacinths are grown and adored all over the world. In South Africa, the most commonly seen hyacinths stem from plants cultivated in the Netherlands during the 18th century and are either blue, pink or white. Fragrant and striking, hyacinths were a favourite of Marie Antoinette, the last queen of France. She had hundreds of hyacinths delivered to the palace daily to be placed in vases and used in her perfumes. The flowers have a strong, sweet scent that fills the garden or home with a heady aroma. Plant the bulbs between April and May for a vibrant winter garden that welcomes the spring. The bulb’s colouring will indicate the colour of the flower, allowing you to plan splendid displays of colour. Plant the same coloured bulbs together for impressive flower beds. hyacinths

Growing hyacinths

Hyacinths are a beautiful addition to any garden. Whether they are adorning the flower beds or blooming in pots, they look gorgeous inside and out. These fragrant flowers are uncomplicated and relatively simple to grow if you place them correctly. Preferring cooler temperatures, the hyacinth is best suited to a cool spot with morning sun and afternoon shade. Bulbs grown in containers should be kept in a shaded spot outdoors for the cold to encourage root growth.   The best time to plant hyacinths is late autumn to early winter for a colourful display from July to September. Bulbs should be planted in a well-draining soil mixed with some compost. The ideal soil is equal parts clay, sand and organic matter. Give your bulbs extra care by adding a 3 CM layer of mulch over the soil. This will keep the soil at a constant temperature and retain moisture. Once planted, hyacinth bulbs require generous, regular watering every three to four days. Potted hyacinths can be moved indoors once they are in bloom. Their rich colour and lovely fragrance will brighten up any room. Hyacinths brought indoors should be placed outside at night, the colder temperature makes the flowers last longer. Feed them every two weeks with Hadeco Bulb Food for the best results. Hyacinths are timeless beauties, from ancient Greece to French queens to modern day. Prepare for a gorgeous garden blooming with hyacinths. Bulbs are available from Hadeco’s online store. Buy your bulbs here.
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