Pure white Carnegie has a special quality many gardeners really love. It is much more perennial than most of the group, and in fact, last year, it won a coveted spot in the top five hyacinths tested by Cornell University in several locations for 'staying power.' Carnegie returned faithfully in upstate New York, and even in the South, for at least three straight years. That's a big deal for a hyacinth.
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!
More Information| SKU | AM003034 |
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| Common Name | Hyacinth Carnegie |
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| Botanical Name | Hyacinthus orientalis Carnegie |
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| Zones | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
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| Light Requirements | Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade |
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| Flower Color | White |
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| Foliage | Narrow, strap-shaped green leaves that are folded lengthwise. |
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| Mature Height | 10-12" tall |
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| Bulb Spacing | 6 bulbs per sq. ft. |
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| Bulb Size | 15-16 cm |
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| Planting Depth | Plant 6" deep |
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| Bloom Time | Mid spring |
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| Advantages | Easy To Grow, Bee Friendly, Deer Resistant, Fragrant Flower / Foliage, Good For Cut Flowers, Good For Containers, Good For Forcing |
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| Soil Type | Loamy Soil |
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| Soil Moisture | Average, Well Draining |
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| Item Package Size | Bag of 6 |
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| Ships As | Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber |
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| Planting Time | Fall |
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| Ideal Region | Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, West, Southwest, Pacific Northwest |
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| Poisonous or Toxic to Animals | Yes - Bulbs, blooms, leaves, and stems all contain toxic compounds, which are most concentrated in the bulb. |
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| Item Unit | Bulb |
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| Neonicotinoid Free | |
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| Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | No |
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