Hyacinths Full Growing Guide (Plant, Grow, and Care)

Why Grow Hyacinths?

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Hyacinths come in a wide range of colors.

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Hyacinths are one of the earliest spring flowers.

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Loamy, well-draining soil is best for hyacinths. A pH between 6.0 and 7.0 is most suitable, but hyacinths are pretty flexible in that department.

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Hyacinths do well when grown in pots. You can even "force" them for indoor winter flowers.

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Autumn is the right time for planting hyacinth bulbs.

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There are a variety of ways to propagate and grow hyacinths. It's what makes these fragrant flowers so much fun!

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Hyacinths are pretty easy to care for, but it's still worth knowing the basics.

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It's best to wait until after flowers fade before transplanting hyacinths.

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