Fairly common hyacinth
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Fairly'
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
'Fairly' common hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis 'Fairly') 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 in early to late spring and attract bees. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. The clumping plants are drought tolerant and grow at a moderate pace.
Pairs well with Greig's tulip, Blue fescue, and Monsieur Jules Elie peony.