King Codro common hyacinth
Hyacinthus orientalis 'King Codro'
T.G.A.-B.C. 1975
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
'King Codro' common hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis 'King Codro') 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 double flowers are dark victoria violet, fragrant, and attract bees from early to late spring. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits.
Pairs well with Pink Impression tulip, Minuteman hosta, and Weigela.