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Hyacinthus orientalis 'Gipsy Queen'

Family Liliaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 30 cm (12 in)
Spread 15 cm (6 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Hyacinthus orientalis 'Gipsy Queen' (hyacinth) bears showy, salmon and fragrant flowers during mid spring. This "bulb, corm or tuber" is upright and has foliage that is glossy and medium textured.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container and cut flowers.
Special Characteristics This "bulb, corm or tuber" attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.