Aqua common hyacinth
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Aqua'
RHS AGM 2012, Getuigschrift Proeftuin 2005
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size9 to 12 inches tallup to 9 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Blue
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Aqua' common hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis 'Aqua') 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. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. Blue, fragrant flowers open in early to late spring and attract bees. It stays 9 to 12 inches tall and forms a clump.
Pairs well with Pink Impression tulip, Earth Angel hosta, and Weigela.