Sneeuwwitje common hyacinth
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Sneeuwwitje'
A.M.-B.C. 1960
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
'Sneeuwwitje' common hyacinth (Hyacinthus orientalis 'Sneeuwwitje') 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. White flowers open on slender spikes from early to late spring. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by. The fragrant blooms attract bees.
Pairs well with Queen of Night tulip, Blue Angel hosta, and Paula Fay peony.