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Blue Jacket is one of the popular newer hybrids, and no wonder. In the flower world, purple is common but blue is very rare. In fact, true blue is the rarest color in flowers. So here you have it--all the heavenly fragrance of the hyacinth and true blue, too!
Planting Hyacinths: Daffodils may be the symbol of spring. Tulips add dramatic color. But its the hyacinths that bring the perfume. One of the most powerfully fragranced blooms in the flower kingdom is the justly famous Dutch hyacinth--the result of hundreds of years of hybridizing a lovely little wildflower from Turkey--now an upright torch of incredible color and unmatched perfume.
Plant your hyacinth bulbs close together for a dramatic display, either in groups of one color or as a rainbow of several shades. Many gardeners think they look best in close groups of 3, 5 or more. Hyacinths must have good drainage, so be sure to plant them where they'll never be in standing water. With some shade, the flowers will last longer than in full sun. And next spring, don't forget to stop and smell the hyacinths!
| SKU | 3HYA6 |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Hyacinth |
| Botanical Name | Hyacinthus orientalis |
| Zones | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Ships As | Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade |
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Mature Height | 10-12" tall |
| Bulb Size | 15-16 cm |
| Bulb Spacing | 6 bulbs per sq. ft. |
| Planting Depth | Plant 6" deep |
| Bloom Time | Mid spring |
| Planting Time | Fall |
| Soil Type | Loamy Soil |
| Soil Moisture | Average, Well Draining |
| Advantages | Deer Resistant, Bee Friendly, Easy to Grow, Fragrant, Cut Flowers, Containers, Forcing |
| Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | No |
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by PowerReviewsAmerican MeadowsHyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket
(based on 12 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fragrant (8)
- Attractive (6)
- Accurate instructions (5)
- Vivid colors (5)
- Healthy (4)
Cons
No Cons
Best Uses
- Garden (6)
- Containers (4)
- Outdoors (4)
- Cut flowers (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Getting started (6), Casual hobbyist (5)
- Primary use:
- Personal (7)
Most Liked Positive Review
fabulous!
These survived a horrible hailstorm right as they started blooming and still looked stunning. Unfortunately the blooms don't last terribly long (2 weeks at their height), but that's just how hyacinth are. ...Read complete review
These survived a horrible hailstorm right as they started blooming and still looked stunning. Unfortunately the blooms don't last terribly long (2 weeks at their height), but that's just how hyacinth are. They are worth every bit of it. The only negative with the particular bunch I had was that one of the bulbs was diseased and did not manage to come up.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Disappointing
Not blue at all but merely purple.
Not blue at all but merely purple.
Reviewed by 12 customers
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Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Fragrant
- Healthy
Cons
- Inaccurate description
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Hyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket:
Not blue at all but merely purple.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Fragrant
- Hardy
- Healthy
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
- Patio
Comments about American Meadows Hyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket:
Very nice bulbs produced bright good-sized flowers.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive
Cons
- Color Not As Expected
Best Uses
- Garden
- Indoors
Comments about American Meadows Hyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket:
These Hyacinths were very striking this Spring and made a real impact. The color is not a true blue but rather a deep dark purple
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Fragrant
- Vivid Colors
Cons
Best Uses
- Containers
- Raised Beds
Comments about American Meadows Hyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket:
Just tried these against yellow daffodils for contrast and liked the outcome. Need lots more now.
Pros
- Large Bulb Size
- Long Bloom Time
- Low Maintenance
- Pest Resistant
- Vivid Colors
Cons
Best Uses
- Border Control
- Containers
- Cut Flowers
- Large Areas
Comments about American Meadows Hyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket:
I use these in the front of the house and the blue is beautiful!
American meadows provides comments and sends when they can be planted.
Pros
- Fragrant
- Large Bulb Size
- Long Bloom Time
- Love Color
- Love Fragrance
- Low Maintenance
- Pest Resistant
- Reliable Growth
- Vivid Colors
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Containers
- Cut Flowers
- Indoor Pots
- Raised Beds
Comments about American Meadows Hyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket:
EXCELLENT!
Pros
- Large Bulb Size
- Reliable Growth
- Vivid Colors
Cons
Best Uses
- Large Areas
Comments about American Meadows Hyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket:
Have had these in my front garden for years and they bloom less than they did for the first few years so just bought a new bunch of bulbs this year - can't wait for them to bloom!
Pros
- Fragrant
- Long Bloom Time
- Low Maintenance
- Pest Resistant
- Reliable Growth
- Vivid Colors
Cons
Best Uses
- Containers
- Cut Flowers
Comments about American Meadows Hyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket:
These were the first bulbs I purchased after I bought my house. They were the first to bloom in the Spring and are still going strong. They require little maintance and provide a nice fregrance to my front gardens. I plan to purchase more to expand these into other areas of my garden!
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Fragrant
- Healthy
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
Comments about American Meadows Hyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket:
These were beautiful and easy to plant!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Fragrant
- Hardy
- Healthy
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Hyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket:
i put these near front door they smell soooo good six are not enough i want more!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Hardy
Cons
- Pests & Disease
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Hyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket:
These survived a horrible hailstorm right as they started blooming and still looked stunning. Unfortunately the blooms don't last terribly long (2 weeks at their height), but that's just how hyacinth are. They are worth every bit of it. The only negative with the particular bunch I had was that one of the bulbs was diseased and did not manage to come up.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive
- Fragrant
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about American Meadows Hyacinth Bulbs Blue Jacket:
I used for inside. Seems to have a long blooming life. Great smell. Takes awhile to grow but worth the wait.
- Primary use:
- Personal
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USDA Hardiness Planting Zones
To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
- If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will survive the winter temperatures in your area.
- If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
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