The catalog/Species
Hyacinthus spp.
Genus-level entry. These cultivars are recorded under Hyacinthus with no species — typically inter-species hybrids or supplier listings without an extracted species name.
Cultivars
'Aqua'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Aqua' reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring soft lavender-blue florets with subtle color shifts depending on the light. Early and late in the day, the blooms may appear more purple, while in shade or under high clouds, their blue tones become more pronounced. Its densely packed flower spikes emit a sweet fragrance, attracting bees and butterflies as a valuable early-season nectar source. Ideal for borders, containers, and cutting gardens, this variety thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is deer-resistant, returning reliably each spring for a vibrant display.
'Blue Jacket'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Blue Jacket’ reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring rich violet‑blue florets with deeper indigo centers, creating a bold, saturated mid‑spring display. Its densely packed, upright flower spikes release a strong, sweet fragrance that draws in bees and early pollinators as a valuable nectar source. Thriving in full sun to part shade and well‑drained soil, this variety is also deer‑resistant, making it a reliable choice for borders, beds, and spring containers.
'Blue Pearl'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Blue Pearl’ reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring soft, silvery lavender‑blue florets that lighten toward the petal edges, creating a cool, luminous mid‑spring display. Its densely clustered, upright flower spikes release a sweet, classic hyacinth fragrance that attracts early pollinators and adds elegance to borders, beds, and containers. Thriving in full sun to part shade and well‑drained soil, this variety is also deer‑resistant, ensuring reliable spring performance year after year.
'Blue Star'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Blue Star' reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring soft blue florets with slightly paler edges, creating a luminous mid-spring display. Its densely packed flower spikes emit a sweet fragrance, attracting bees and butterflies as a valuable early-season nectar source. Ideal for full sun to part shade, this variety thrives in well-drained soil and is deer-resistant.
'Cotton Candy Mix'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Cotton Candy Mix' reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring a delightful blend of pastel-colored blossoms in shades of pink, violet, and blue. These fragrant flower spikes evoke the soft, airy hues of cotton candy, creating a whimsical and elegant spring display.
'Delft Blue'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Delft Blue’ reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring soft porcelain‑blue florets with gently shaded lavender undertones, creating a classic, soothing mid‑spring display. Its densely packed, upright flower spikes release a sweet, lingering fragrance that draws early pollinators and adds elegance to borders, beds, and containers. Thriving in full sun to part shade and well‑drained soil, this beloved variety is also deer‑resistant, ensuring dependable spring performance year after year.
'Gypsy Princess'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Gypsy Princess' reaches 10 to 12 inches tall, featuring butter-yellow florets densely packed on upright spikes. Its soft, sunny hue pairs beautifully with deep blues and purples, creating a striking mid-spring display. The sweet fragrance attracts bees and butterflies, making it a valuable early-season nectar source. Ideal for full sun to part shade, this variety thrives in well-drained soil and is deer-resistant.
'Gypsy Queen'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Gypsy Queen' reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring soft coral-colored florets with hints of salmon, rose, and apricot. Its densely packed flower spikes emit a sweet fragrance, attracting bees and butterflies as a valuable early-season nectar source. Ideal for full sun to part shade, this variety thrives in well-drained soil and is deer-resistant.
'Jan Bos'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Jan Bos' reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring dense spikes of deep reddish-pink florets with delicate purple edges. Its bold, vibrant color makes it a standout in mid-spring gardens, while its sweet fragrance attracts bees and butterflies, providing an early-season nectar source. Ideal for full sun to part shade, this variety thrives in well-drained soil and is deer-resistant.
'Miss Saigon'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Miss Saigon' reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring rich violet-purple florets densely packed on upright spikes. The slightly paler petal edges and twilight-blue sheen add depth to its striking mid-spring display. Its sweet fragrance attracts bees and butterflies, making it a valuable early-season nectar source. Ideal for full sun to part shade, this variety thrives in well-drained soil and is deer-resistant.
'Mixture The Blues'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis 'The Blues Mix' reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring a harmonious blend of blue and white florets densely packed on upright spikes. The varying shades of blue—from deep indigo to soft sky tones—create a striking mid-spring display. Its sweet fragrance attracts bees and butterflies, making it a valuable early-season nectar source. Ideal for mass plantings, borders, containers, and park landscapes, this variety thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained, organically rich soil. It is deer-resistant, returning reliably each spring for a vibrant display.
'Mixture The Pinks'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis 'The Pinks Mix' reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring a charming blend of pink-hued florets ranging from soft blush to deep rose tones. These densely packed flower spikes create a warm, romantic spring display, complemented by their sweet fragrance, which attracts bees and butterflies as a valuable early-season nectar source. Ideal for mass plantings, borders, containers, and park landscapes, this variety thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained, organically rich soil. It is deer-resistant, returning reliably each spring for a vibrant display.
'Pink Pearl'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Pink Pearl' reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring dense spikes of fuchsia-pink florets with paler petal edges. This award-winning variety is known for its intense fragrance, making it a standout in spring gardens and indoor forcing. The sweet scent attracts bees and butterflies, providing an early-season nectar source. Ideal for full sun to part shade, this variety thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil and is deer-resistant.
'Purple Sensation'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Purple Sensation’ reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring deep violet‑purple florets with subtly shaded amethyst highlights, creating a rich, dramatic mid‑spring display. Its densely packed, upright flower spikes release a sweet, classic hyacinth fragrance that draws early pollinators and adds bold color to borders, beds, and containers. Thriving in full sun to part shade and well‑drained soil, this variety is also deer‑resistant, ensuring reliable spring performance year after year.
'Rainbow Mixture'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Rainbow Mix' reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring a vibrant blend of multicolored florets in shades of pink, purple, blue, yellow, and white. These densely packed flower spikes create a dazzling spring display, complemented by their sweet fragrance, which attracts bees and butterflies as a valuable early-season nectar source. Ideal for mass plantings, borders, containers, and park landscapes, this variety thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained, organically rich soil. It is deer-resistant, returning reliably each spring for a colorful and fragrant display.
'White Pearl'
Hyacinthus
Hyacinthus orientalis 'White Pearl' reaches 8 to 12 inches tall, featuring snow-white florets densely packed on upright spikes. Its pristine blooms create an elegant mid-spring display, complemented by a sweet fragrance that attracts bees and butterflies, making it a valuable early-season nectar source. Ideal for full sun to part shade, this variety thrives in moderately fertile, well-drained soil and is deer-resistant.