Autumn Surprise common hyacinth
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Autumn Surprise'
E.F.A.-B.C. 1961
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
'Autumn Surprise' common hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis 'Autumn Surprise') 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 tend to pass it by. It forms a clump and blooms in early to late spring. The small spikes carry fragrant, pale pink flowers that bees visit.
Pairs well with Greig's tulip, Rainforest Sunrise hosta, and Blue grama.