Grand Monarque common hyacinth
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Grand Monarque'
F.C.C.-R.H.S. 1868
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
'Grand Monarque' common hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis 'Grand Monarque') 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 fragrant, pale blue flowers open from early to late spring and attract bees. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first. This early forcing bulb forms a clump.
Pairs well with Carnaval De Nice tulip, Krossa Regal hosta, and Bowl of Beauty peony.