Hyacinth outdoor metal trough gift set
gift set
Once in growth, the upright flowerspikes of these bulbs will be crowded with star-shaped pink and purple flowers that create...
gift set
£12.99
available to order from autumn 2024
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Plant description
Once in growth, the upright flowerspikes of these bulbs will be crowded with star-shaped pink and purple flowers that create a complimentary and colourful display, while filling the surrounding air with their sweet perfume.
This gift set includes a metal trough planter (28cm x 18.5cm x 12cm), 3 'Woodstock' and 3 'Apricot Passion' hyacinth bulbs, potting compost or bulb fibre, and easy to follow growing instructions.
This gift set includes a metal trough planter (28cm x 18.5cm x 12cm), 3 'Woodstock' and 3 'Apricot Passion' hyacinth bulbs, potting compost or bulb fibre, and easy to follow growing instructions.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Peat-free general-purpose compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Hyacinth outdoor metal trough gift set:
Fill the container with compost and while wearing gloves, plant the bulbs closely (but not touching), so that their tops are just above the soil surface. Keep the compost moist but not waterlogged, then after they have finished flowering, plant them out in the garden where they can come back again in subsequent years.
Please note:
This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
Warning
Harmful if eaten/skin irritant
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