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Name: Hyacinth Bulbs: Delft Blue

Botanical Name: Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Delft Blue’

Description: Enjoy the sweet scent and soft sky-blue blooms of Hyacinth ‘Delft Blue’, a classic spring favourite. Its dense flower spikes and pastel blue colouring make it perfect for borders, containers, and indoor pots. Highly fragrant and bee-friendly, ‘Delft Blue’ brings a calming, cottage-garden feel to any space in early spring.

Available in quantities of:

3 bulbs & 20 bulbs

Planting: September to December

Flowering: February to March

Approx Height When Fully Grown: 25cm

Origin: Netherlands

Certified Organic: No

How to Grow Delft Blue Hyacinth Bulbs in Ireland

Plant Hyacinth ‘Delft Blue’ bulbs in autumn for richly scented blooms in spring. This spring-flowering hyacinth thrives in Ireland’s climate and provides an early nectar source for bees.

• Planting Depth: 10–15 cm deep

• Spacing: 10 cm apart

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• Blooming Time: February to March

• Height: 25 cm

• Growing Tip: Ideal for borders, pots, or forcing indoors. For indoor display, chill bulbs in a dark place below 10°C for 10–12 weeks before bringing into warmth. Wear gloves when planting, as bulbs may cause skin irritation.

Hyacinth ‘Delft Blue’ is easy to grow in Irish gardens, combining iconic colour, strong fragrance, and pollinator-friendly blooms in a compact form.