Frans Hals common hyacinth
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Frans Hals'
AM-KAVB 1949
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
'Frans Hals' common hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis 'Frans Hals') 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. The single, fragrant flowers are a deep purple blue and bloom in early to late spring, and bees visit them. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. M. van Waveren & Zn. bred it.
Pairs well with Carnaval De Nice tulip, Krossa Regal hosta, and Blue fescue.