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Hyacinthus orientalis 'Fondant'

Also Known As

Hyacinthus 'Pink Frosting'
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Pink Frosting'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 9"-12"
W: 3"-6"

planting zones

4a-8b

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Fondant' plant details

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Fondant' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hyacinthus orientalis 'Fondant'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 9 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fragrant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hyacinthus orientalis 'Fondant'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The name of this soft pink hyacinth, Fondant, brings to mind sugary confections and fancy cakes. This sweet pink hyacinth delivers both an outstanding foil for darker pinks and blues, and of course, that fabulous hyacinth scent.

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Gardening facts about Hyacinthus orientalis 'Fondant' plant

How to Grow Hyacinthus orientalis 'Fondant'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy

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Hyacinthus orientalis 'Delft Blue'

aka Delft Blue Hyacinth

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

4a-8b

Size

Height: 10"-12"

Width: 4"-6"

sun - mostly sun
regular

Photo of Hyacinthus orientalis 'Delft Blue' flower by Karl Gercens III

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Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Rosea'

Scientific Name: Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Rosea'

aka Endymion campanulatus, Endymion hispanicus, Hyacinthoides non-scripta subsp. hispanica, Hyacinthoides racemosa, Hyacinthus hispanica rosea, Scilla campanulata, Scilla hispanica, Spanish Bluebell, Wood Hyacinth