Aida common hyacinth
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Aida'
RHS AGM 2012
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Aida' common hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis 'Aida') is a bulb for borders, containers, and rock gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. Fragrant flowers open from early to late spring and attract bees. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. The plant also tolerates drought.
Pairs well with Pink Impression tulip, Fire Island hosta, and Christmas fern.