{"product_id":"hyacinth-perfumed-mixed-pack-of-5-bulbs","title":"Hyacinth Perfumed Mixed (Pack of 5 Bulbs)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 2.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.0pt;\"\u003eHyacinth Perfumed Mixed (Pack of 5 Bulbs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e(Hyacinthus orientalis)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note: These bulbs cannot be shipped to Western Australia or Tasmania due to biosecurity restrictions.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eBring a kaleidoscope of colour and heavenly fragrance to your spring garden with Hyacinth Perfumed Mixed. This vibrant collection delivers a delightful surprise each season, with densely packed flower spikes in an assortment of colours including pink, blue, purple, white, yellow, and salmon. Few spring bulbs can match the intoxicating perfume of hyacinths, and this mix allows you to enjoy the full spectrum of their beauty without choosing just one shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eEach pack contains a hand selected assortment of named Dutch hyacinth varieties, chosen for their strong fragrance and reliable performance in Australian conditions. The individual varieties are not labelled, so part of the joy is watching each spike emerge and reveal its colour. Hyacinths produce sturdy, upright stems lined with dozens of bell shaped florets, each one contributing to the overall perfume that can fill an entire garden bed or room when cut for a vase. They are equally stunning planted in clusters in the garden, grouped tightly in pots and containers, or displayed along pathways and borders where their scent can be enjoyed up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBulb count: 5 per pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlower colours: Mixed, including pink, blue, purple, white, yellow, and salmon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003ePlant height: 20 to 25 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBloom time: August to September (Australian spring)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eNaturalising: No, best replaced every two to three years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eSun requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eSoil type: Well drained, enriched with organic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 2.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFrost tolerance: Frost tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 10.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003ePlant hyacinth bulbs in autumn, from March to May, to allow the roots to establish before winter. Choose a position in full sun to partial shade with well drained soil. Loosen the soil to a depth of 15 to 20 cm and enrich with compost or well rotted manure to improve drainage and provide nutrients. Plant each bulb with the pointed end facing up, at a depth of approximately 10 to 15 cm, and space them 10 to 15 cm apart. Water thoroughly after planting. In warmer climates where winter temperatures do not drop below 10 degrees Celsius for an extended period, refrigerate bulbs for at least six weeks before planting. Store them in the crisper section of the refrigerator, away from ripening fruit, to ensure they receive the cold treatment needed for strong flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering and Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eWater regularly from when shoots emerge until the foliage begins to yellow, keeping the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Incorporate blood and bone or a complete fertiliser into the soil at planting time to support robust blooms. Apply a slow release fertiliser before the leaves fully wither to help the bulb store energy for the following season. Mulch around the planting area to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature during the growing period. Reduce watering once the foliage starts to die back, and stop watering entirely once the plant enters dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Advice\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eRemove spent flower stalks promptly after blooming to redirect the bulb's energy away from seed production and back into the bulb for next season's growth. Allow the foliage to die back naturally. The leaves continue to photosynthesise and feed the bulb even after flowering has finished, so resist the urge to cut or tidy them until they have yellowed completely. Hyacinths are best replaced every two to three years, as bloom size and vibrancy tend to diminish over time. In wet, warm, or frost free climates, lift and store bulbs in a cool, dry place after the foliage has died down to prevent rot and ensure proper dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClimate Zone Guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCool and Alpine (ACT, VIC Highlands, NSW Tablelands): \u003c\/b\u003eIdeal conditions. Cold winters provide the natural chilling period hyacinths require for vigorous spring flowering. Expect reliable performance year after year with minimal intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperate (Melbourne, Adelaide, coastal NSW): \u003c\/b\u003eExcellent results. Hyacinths perform reliably in temperate zones where they receive sufficient winter cold. Plant in a position that avoids hot afternoon sun to extend the flowering display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubtropical (Brisbane, coastal QLD): \u003c\/b\u003eVariable results. Pre chilling bulbs in the refrigerator for six to eight weeks before planting is essential. Treat as annuals, as the mild winters do not provide adequate dormancy for repeat flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTropical and Arid (Darwin, Far North QLD): \u003c\/b\u003eNot recommended. The lack of a sustained cold period makes successful flowering extremely difficult even with pre chilling. Pot culture with refrigerated bulbs offers the best chance in these regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 5.0pt 0cm 5.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Warnings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eAll parts of the hyacinth plant, including bulbs, stems, leaves, and flowers, are toxic if ingested by humans, dogs, cats, and livestock. Keep bulbs stored safely away from children and pets. Wear gloves when handling bulbs as the sap can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals. The fragile outer skin of the bulb can flake off during handling and may cause itching or a rash. If irritation occurs, wash the affected area with warm soapy water. Do not plant near vegetable gardens where accidental ingestion is a risk. If ingestion occurs, seek medical or veterinary advice immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48063515558200,"sku":"BULB-F-042","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/files\/hyacinth-perfumed-mixed-pack-of-5-bulbs-101194.jpg?v=1711100153","url":"https:\/\/www.happyvalleyseeds.com.au\/products\/hyacinth-perfumed-mixed-pack-of-5-bulbs","provider":"Happy Valley Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}