Primrose yellow and highly perfumed, Hyacinthus orientalis City of Haarlem makes a sunny and cheerful addition to your spring pots and garden edges. Masses of buttery-yellow star-shaped flowers appear in mid-spring on stems up to 30cm high and are adored by visiting bees.Pick the blooms when just one third of the flowers are open if you wish to bring into the home to enjoy their beauty and perfume. The fragrance can be quite strong so be careful where you place your vase or arrangement!Plant the bulbs 10cm deep in moist, well-drained soil in autumn, adding a handful of grit for drainage and you will be rewarded with a delightful spring show the following year.It is little wonder the hyacinth flower traditionally represents peace, commitment, and beauty.Preferring partial shade, Hyacinthus orientalis City of Haarlem make a beautiful and gentle addition to other spring flowering bulbs such as tulips, narcissi and fritillaria.
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