{"product_id":"hyacinthus-orientalis-blue-pearl-bulbs","title":"Hyacinthus orientalis 'Blue Pearl' Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHyacinthus 'Blue Pearl'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a superb \u003cstrong\u003eprepared indoor hyacinth\u003c\/strong\u003e producing dense spikes of wonderfully fragrant, deep cobalt-blue flowers. Each star-shaped bloom has a subtle paler edge, giving the substantial flower spikes extra definition and making 'Blue Pearl' an impressive choice for winter colour indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese specially prepared bulbs have been temperature-treated to encourage \u003cstrong\u003eearly flowering indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e and, with the right timing and growing conditions, can be brought into bloom around Christmas. Grow them in decorative bowls and pots or use traditional hyacinth vases for forcing the bulbs in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHyacinthus orientalis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blue Pearl'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prepared Hyacinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prepared spring-flowering bulb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep cobalt-blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winter when forced indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25-30cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10-15cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strongly fragrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool, bright position once brought into growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor pots, bowls, Christmas displays and hyacinth vases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Hyacinthus 'Blue Pearl'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Blue Pearl' combines the wonderful fragrance of a traditional hyacinth with particularly rich flower colour. Numerous small, star-shaped flowers are packed closely together to form a substantial spike of deep blue blooms above broad, glossy green leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly effective planted as a group in a shallow bowl, where several bulbs flowering together produce a mass of colour and fragrance. The relatively compact habit also makes 'Blue Pearl' easy to accommodate on windowsills, tables and other bright positions around the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Prepared Hyacinth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepared hyacinths are bulbs which have received special temperature treatment to encourage them to flower considerably earlier than hyacinths planted normally outdoors. This makes them ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eforcing indoors during winter\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith careful timing, prepared 'Blue Pearl' bulbs can produce flowers around Christmas. Flowering dates are influenced by planting time, temperature and growing conditions, so an exact Christmas flowering date cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Plant Prepared Hyacinth 'Blue Pearl' Bulbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the bulbs in September soon after receiving them. Use a suitable bulb compost or free-draining multipurpose compost and position the bulbs fairly shallowly. Leave the \u003cstrong\u003etop of each bulb and its growing tip visible above the compost\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral bulbs can be planted together for a fuller display. They can be positioned fairly closely in a bowl, but avoid allowing the bulbs themselves to touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater after planting so that the compost is evenly moist but not saturated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eForcing Hyacinths for Christmas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter planting, place the container somewhere \u003cstrong\u003ecool and dark\u003c\/strong\u003e. This initial period allows the bulbs to develop a strong root system before the leaves and flowers are encouraged into growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Christmas flowering, containers can usually be brought into the light around the beginning of December once they are well rooted and showing suitable growth. Initially place them somewhere cool with good natural light. As the flower spikes develop, they can be moved to their final display position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid placing flowering hyacinths immediately beside a radiator or other strong heat source. Cooler conditions generally help the flowers last longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Hyacinth 'Blue Pearl' in Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepared 'Blue Pearl' bulbs can also be grown in traditional \u003cstrong\u003ehyacinth forcing vases\u003c\/strong\u003e. Fill the vase with water so that the water level sits immediately below the base of the bulb. The bulb itself should not sit in the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoots will develop downwards into the water while the bulb remains supported above it. Keep the vase somewhere cool and dark during the initial rooting stage before gradually introducing it to light as growth develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeight and Spread\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHyacinthus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blue Pearl' grows to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e25-30cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e when flowering, with an individual plant spreading approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10-15cm\u003c\/strong\u003e. Several bulbs can be grouped closely together to create a much broader display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Hyacinthus 'Blue Pearl'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich, deep cobalt-blue flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWonderful traditional hyacinth fragrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepared specifically for early indoor flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be grown for a Christmas display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for decorative bowls and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for traditional forcing in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact enough for windowsills and table displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a prepared Hyacinth 'Blue Pearl' bulb?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA prepared bulb has been specially temperature treated to encourage earlier flowering than a normally grown outdoor hyacinth. It is intended primarily for forcing indoors during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Hyacinth 'Blue Pearl' flower at Christmas?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrepared bulbs can be grown to flower around Christmas, although the precise flowering date depends on planting time and the temperatures they experience during rooting and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat colour is Hyacinth 'Blue Pearl'?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt produces densely packed, deep cobalt-blue flowers with subtly paler edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Hyacinth 'Blue Pearl' scented?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 'Blue Pearl' has the strong, sweet fragrance for which hyacinths are particularly prized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tall does Hyacinth 'Blue Pearl' grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe flowering plants usually reach approximately 25-30cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is its spread?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn individual bulb produces a plant approximately 10-15cm across, although bulbs are often planted in groups to create a larger display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I grow prepared hyacinths without compost?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They can be forced in a specialist hyacinth vase with the base of the bulb positioned just above the water. The developing roots then grow down into the water below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould prepared hyacinths be kept in the dark?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey benefit from an initial cool, dark rooting period after planting. Once sufficiently rooted and growing, they can be brought gradually into a cool, bright position to develop their flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining intense blue flowers with one of the most recognisable fragrances of winter, \u003cstrong\u003eHyacinthus 'Blue Pearl'\u003c\/strong\u003e is an excellent prepared hyacinth for bringing colour and scent into the home during the darkest part of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":62373052940675,"sku":"JA-H8675x10","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":62373052973443,"sku":"JA-H8675x100","price":99.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/H8675_Hyacinth_Blue_Pearl.webp?v=1790075106","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/hyacinthus-orientalis-blue-pearl-bulbs","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}