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Hyacinthus x orientalis Rembrandt

Hyacinthus x orientalis Rembrandt
Common Hyacinth, Garden Hyacinth

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Beautiful bulbs. I'm looking forward to the flowering.

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An unusual and highly fragrant hybrid hyacinth variety, with bi-coloured flowers, dark blue-violet in the centre and very pale blue to white at the edges. It blooms in late March to early April in the garden, and will flourish in the heart of winter indoors.
Flower size
3 cm
Height at maturity
25 cm
Spread at maturity
10 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -15°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil, Moist soil
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Best planting time October to November
Recommended planting time September to December
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Description

The Hyacinth or Rembrandt orientalis Hyacinthus is a recent and unusual variety of hybrid hyacinth with its bicoloured star-shaped flowers. Its large clusters, highly fragrant, are composed of dozens of dark blue-violet florets, finely bordered with a very pale blue becoming white. This variety blooms from late March to early April in the garden and will flourish in the heart of winter indoors. They last a long time and bloom from the first year of cultivation.

 

Although the Oriental Hyacinth is no longer widely cultivated, this slender species with small spikes of blue flowers, originating from the Middle East and Mediterranean regions, has given rise to countless cultivars called Dutch Hyacinths, highly appreciated in gardens for their delightfully fragrant spring flowering or in floristry for their forcing ability. This botanical species can be found naturalized in France in Bouches-du-Rhône, Var, Alpes-Maritimes, and Lot-et-Garonne.

The Rembrandt hyacinth, like it, belongs to the family of hyacinthaceae or asparagaceae. It has a large oval bulb and forms a clump of bright green ribbon-like leaves from spring onwards, from which a robust floral stem, 20 cm (8in) long, emerges in March-April, bearing 30 to 40 star-shaped flowers, 2 to 4cm (1 to 2in) long, tightly packed together, with a thick waxy substance, deep blue-violet with a very pale blue edge, and a sweet fragrance. The flowering is nectar-rich, attracting butterflies. It is accompanied by deciduous foliage, disappearing in summer and reappearing in late winter. It consists of bright green leaves, 15 to 35 cm (6 to 14in) long. The hyacinth reaches a height of 25-30 cm (10-12in) at maturity.

 

Among early bloomers, the hyacinth is one of the few bulbs with large flowers. The Rembrandt hyacinth can be grown both in border beds and in pots or vases. In the ground, it will renew itself for several years. In a pot, it will only last for one season. Reserve a prime spot in the garden, not far from the entrance of the house, to enjoy its fragrance every time you pass by. It will bring spectacular splashes of color to your flower beds. Hyacinths can easily be paired with other early bulbs such as Chionodoxas, hybrid crocuses, or early-flowering Tulips humilis. Their flowers are edible, raw or cooked, and have a slightly mucilaginous texture. Depending on your preferences, you can crystallize them with sugar or incorporate them into fruit salads. In the past, they were considered a delicacy and could be found under the name of "candied Constantinople hyacinths".

 

Plant habit

Height at maturity 25 cm
Spread at maturity 10 cm
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour blue
Flowering time March to April
Inflorescence Cluster
Flower size 3 cm
Fragrance Fragrant, sweet, floral, fresh.
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green
Foliage description Deciduous foliage in summer and autumn.

Botanical data

Genus

Hyacinthus

Species

x orientalis

Cultivar

Rembrandt

Family

Hyacinthaceae

Other common names

Common Hyacinth, Garden Hyacinth

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference576221

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Planting and care

The Rembrandt Hyacinth thrives in the sun. You can also place it in a semi-shaded area. It is hardy in zone 8b (-10/-12°C (14/10.4°F)). When cultivated in a pot, place it away from drafts. Plant this hyacinthus from October to November at a depth of 10 cm (4in) in a cool, light, low-fertility soil that is well-drained. If the soil is heavy, add sand to it during planting. The bulbs should be spaced 4 to 8 cm (2 to 3in) apart. In very harsh climates, cover them with a litter layer of leaves to protect them from extreme cold. The stems of varieties with large flowers can be staked. After flowering, when the leaves have turned yellow and withered and you have cut off the faded flowers, dig up the bulbs and store them in a dry place until they can be replanted in the following autumn. The second flowering will be less abundant but still beneficial in a mass planting. Reserve a prime spot in the garden for hyacinths as they are one of the few bulbs with large flowers that bloom early. Avoid excessive water during winter to prevent diseases such as grey rot. Other than that, this bulbous plant is resistant to diseases.

Planting period

Best planting time October to November
Recommended planting time September to December
Planting depth 10 cm

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border, Edge of border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -15°C (USDA zone 7b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 20 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil, Well-drained, deep, fertile soil.

Care

Pruning instructions Remove the fruits formed after flowering to prevent bulb exhaustion.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time May
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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