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- Q.Poorly Hyacinth - I planted a well established hyacinth 2 years ago and it was looking good but today I have noticed the ...
- Q.Hyacinths - I have just been given some hyacinth bulbs, already starting to show the flower, though not color. Are these suitable ...
- Q.Forced Hyacinth Bulb - I forced hyacinth bulbs this winter indoors. I am located in CT. They are beginning to die after flowering beautifully. ...
- Q.Hyacinth - I would like to grow Hyacinths indoors throughout the year. Is it possible to plant bulbs in different pots spacing ...
- Q.How To Re-use Hyacinth Bulbs Next Spring - My Mom gave me a potted hyacinth. How to re-use bulbs next spring? I simply want to take good care of ...
- Q.Hyacinths - We live in Florida and hyacinths do not do well when planted outside. My husband moved to FL as a ...
- Q.Drooping Leaves - Hello. I have a hyacinth. The bloom has already died, I've cut the stall down. I transplanted from a 4" ...
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mwinfield on
July 24, 2016
Kidderminster, UKQ.Poorly hyacinth
I planted a well established hyacinth 2 years ago and it was looking good but today I have noticed the blooms are 'floppy' and have lost their brightness (blue). Could I have overwatered it or is it something else?
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Downtoearthdigs on
July 26, 2016A.It is likely that your Hyacinth is simply nearing the end of it's flowering cycle.
Here is a link to refresh you on the care requirements.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/planting-and-care-of-hyacinths.htm
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- Asked by
Anonymous on
November 23, 2016Q.Hyacinths
I have just been given some hyacinth bulbs, already starting to show the flower, though not color. Are these suitable for planting in a hanging basket or not? Thank you.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
November 24, 2016A.A hanging basket may not be the best choice for your bulbs.
I would recommend a pot for the bulbs or even a glass jar.
Here are some links with more information.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/planting-and-care-of-hyacinths.htm
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Anonymous on
February 20, 2017Q.Forced hyacinth bulb
I forced hyacinth bulbs this winter indoors. I am located in CT. They are beginning to die after flowering beautifully. Should I continue to leave them in water, stop adding water, place them in a cool location or....???? I would like to transplant them to my garden once the ground warms up. When would it be sensible to plant them? Thanks
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
February 21, 2017A.Once done blooming I like to remove them from the water vase and allow them to dry.
Leave the stems on the bulbs. Place them on some layered newspaper in a cooler location with air circulation.
You can then plant them out when the weather warms this spring.Though it can be difficult to get forced bulbs to re-bloom, I like to give them a chance.
Here is some links to help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/care-for-hyacinth-houseplants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/hyacinth-forcing-indoors.htm
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Anonymous on
March 17, 2017Q.Hyacinth
I would like to grow Hyacinths indoors throughout the year. Is it possible to plant bulbs in different pots spacing planting them a few weeks apart to insure continued blossoms throughout the year?
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Downtoearthdigs on
March 17, 2017A.Yes, you can force bulbs through out the year--you just have to provide the correct chilling period.
Date the bulbs and keep a chart of when to remove then from the cold period.Here are some articles for you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/hyacinth-forcing-indoors.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/bgen/forcing-bulbs.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/planting-and-care-of-hyacinths.htm
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March 24, 2017Q.How to re-use hyacinth bulbs next Spring
My Mom gave me a potted hyacinth. How to re-use bulbs next spring? I simply want to take good care of this plant and its bulbs so I can have these wonderful flowers every year. So....do I remove the bulbs from the pot once the current flowers are spent, when should I cut off the leaves, and then what? Store them somewhere dark and dry until the fall, or I should leave the bulb in its pot (and soil) and water or should I repot the bulbs? And once they are in a pot outside, will they act like any other perennial, blooming in the spring, then dying back, and coming back each spring? I've never done anything with bulbs so I'm really not sure how they work. I want to keep this as easy as possible. Thanks.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
March 25, 2017A.Here are some articles that will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/planting-and-care-of-hyacinths.htm
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janetsuemartin on
March 24, 2017
Central Florida; Zone 9Q.Hyacinths
We live in Florida and hyacinths do not do well when planted outside. My husband moved to FL as a tween and had never seen a hyacinth, so I bought one at the grocery store and we so enjoyed watching it grow and flower. My question is, can I save it for next year? Also, we have clay in our yard (both front and back) we need to plant a tree in the front yard as the original one died. My husband has addressed a drainage issue with French drains. He has numerous people at all kinds of garden centers and the general thought is that trees won't grow in our clay. Thank you for your help. Sue Martin
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
March 26, 2017A.You can store the bulb and then attempt to chill before forcing again next year.
I'm going to be really honest and the likely hood of this bulb ever blooming again is very slim.Unfortunately you do not live in a climate that supports Hyacinth bulbs.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/curing-hyacinth-bulbs.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/hyacinth-forcing-indoors.htm
These links can help you with soil amendments for clay.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/how-to-improve-clay-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/how-to-easily-improve-your-clay-soil.htmI would also suggest you talk with your County Extension Office for a soil test and their recommendations for amendment and tree choices for your region.
Here is a link to help you locate your nearest office.
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Anonymous on
April 1, 2017Q.Drooping Leaves
Hello. I have a hyacinth. The bloom has already died, I've cut the stall down. I transplanted from a 4" plastic pot to a 6" clay pot. It was fine till mid morning the next day the leaves drooped. In the picture I have them held with a tie, without it, they would be hanging over the side. Should I cut the leaves off?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 2, 2017A.Once your forced Hyacinth has finished blooming, the leaves should be left to die down naturally.
Your bulb can then be stored or planted outdoors.Here are some articles that will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/care-for-hyacinth-houseplants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/hyacinths-falling-over.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/hyacinth/curing-hyacinth-bulbs.htm
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