  
Hyacinths are grown for their intense fragrance and showy early-spring flowers, and the heirloom 'Gypsy Queen' is no exception. The flowers of one salmon-apricot spike will perfume an entire room! Hyacinths may remain in the garden for many years; the blooms become looser and more graceful over time.
According to Greek myth, Hyacinthus, a Spartan youth, was accidentally killed when struck in the head by a discus thrown by the god Apollo during a friendly game. Devastated by what he had done, Apollo created a flower that sprang from his friend’s blood and was named hyacinth in his memory.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE:
Deadhead after plants have bloomed. Hyacinths produce offset bulbs that can be removed when the bulbs are dormant and replanted to increase the planting.
Plant in fall, 6 weeks before ground freezes, in a sunny site with compost-rich soil. Set bulbs 6 inches deep and 6 inches apart. Unless soil is very dry, there is no need to water after planting.
Light: full sun
Height: 8 in. to 10 in.
Bloom time: Spring
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