Description and characteristics of varieties and types of hyacinths, growing rules
After the monotonous winter comes the springtime of bright and colorful flowers. And oriental hyacinths, due to the variety of varieties and colors, are the most desirable representatives of the flora for gardeners and gardeners. After all, earlier flowering of these fragrant plants fill life with a variety of colors and fabulous aromas.
The main classification and characteristics of hyacinth
Perennial, bulbous plant, belongs to the asparagus family. The representative of the flora is a primrose, therefore it pleases with its bright colors and aromas already in the middle of spring. In the southern regions, hyacinths bloom even earlier.
The first bulbs of these beautiful flowers were brought to Russia in the 18th century. For a long time they were grown exclusively in greenhouse conditions, but at the beginning of the 20th century they began to be planted and bred in the open ground of the southern regions.
Thanks to the work of breeders, many varieties of the plant have been bred around the world, but all of them are the closest relatives of the oriental hyacinth. It is this variety that is considered the progenitor of all hyacinths.
Also, the varieties of hyacinth Litvinov and Transcaspian are very popular for their decorative qualities.
Oriental
Oriental hyacinth is a perennial plant. The height of the flower does not exceed 30 cm, the leaves are elongated, bright green. The peduncle is cylindrical in shape with a large number of flowers in the form of small bells. Each blooming bunch contains 30-35 flowers. The active flowering period begins in mid-spring and lasts 2-3 weeks.
Oriental hyacinths differ in their color characteristics. Also, the plant is widely used for medical purposes and is used in cosmetology.
Hyacinth Litvinova
A small flower in its natural environment is found in the climatic conditions of Turkmenistan and Iran. Litvinov's hyacinth does not tolerate frost and temperature extremes, therefore in temperate climates it is grown as an annual plant, with a maximum height of 20 cm.
Each onion planted produces two sprouts-peduncles, the leaves are elongated, bright green in color. Large bell-shaped flowers are gathered in beautiful bunches. The main colors of this variety, from delicate lilac to blue shades. Flowering time falls in mid-spring.
Transcaspian
The rarest plant species is the Transcaspian variety of a beautiful flower.
Important! The bulbs of this representative of the flora cannot be bought in specialized stores.Basically, the variety is distributed only through professional gardeners and collectors.
The Transcaspian hyacinth does not tolerate cold winters and severe frosts, therefore the flower is grown in the open field as an annual plant. But at home, this variety of hyacinth can delight with its beauty for many years.
The period of active flowering occurs in mid-spring. Beautiful brushes, consisting of small bells, come in bright blue and bluish shades.
The best varieties
Each type of hyacinth is subdivided into a large number of varieties, which in turn differ in flowering time, resistance to cold temperatures, external components and, of course, in colors. But, according to gardeners and professional florists, the most beautiful and sophisticated is the Oriental hyacinth.
Blue and blue
"Blue Giant" fully corresponds to its name. A tall blue flower with a luxurious inflorescence blooms in mid-spring. The active flowering period begins in mid-spring and lasts 2-3 weeks, loves open sunny areas, but blooms with great success in shaded areas of the garden or vegetable garden.
Lush clusters of Blue Jackets bloom in the second half of March. Large blue inflorescences consist of 35-40 bells, which reach 4 cm in diameter.
In the early 2000s, breeders bred a new plant variety, Peter Stuyvesant. The flower of rich blue tones has a luxurious inflorescence, in which from 40-45 bells. With a small size of the peduncle itself, only 25 cm, the cluster of inflorescences reaches 15-17 cm.
Pink
The pink flower "Fondant" is resistant to frost and temperature extremes, and is often used for growing on an industrial scale. Bunches of inflorescences are large, up to 20 cm, the flowers themselves are bell-shaped from 4.5 to 5 cm in diameter.
The bright pink "Pink Pearl" opens the spring hyacinth season. Large flowers reach 7 cm in diameter, so the clusters of inflorescences appear dense and fluffy. "Tea Rose" is used to decorate flower beds and flower beds. Delicate, pink flowers have a pleasant, unobtrusive scent.
White
"White Pearl" is a plant with large clusters of flowers, each of which contains from 30 to 35 bells. The active flowering period begins in early spring and lasts from 3 to 4 weeks. The aroma is sweet and persistent.
"Carnegie" is distinguished by resistance to frost and temperature extremes, withstands severe winter cold up to -35 degrees. This representative of the flora is often used by florists for garden compositions. The flowering period is in the middle of the spring.
The Louvre white hyacinth easily tolerates spring frosts, therefore it is suitable for planting in open ground in early spring.Plants consume a lot of sunlight and cannot stand strong drafts.
Red and burgundy
The bright colors of the Jan Bose variety will decorate the spring garden with its lush crimson bunches. Dense inflorescences bloom in March, and delight with their aroma and festive look, for 2-3 weeks.
An early variety "General Pelissier" has bright red inflorescences. Brush dense, each flower 3-3.5 cm in diameter. The active flowering period under favorable weather conditions begins in March and lasts 2-3 weeks.
Red Magic is bright red with white veins. The bunch-shaped inflorescences reach a size of 15-17 cm. Due to the large bell-shaped flowers, the plant takes on a spherical shape.
A flower called "La Victoire" with bright crimson inflorescences, which consist of 60 bell-shaped flowers. Although the diameter of the flowers themselves is small, only 3 cm, their frequency makes the plant voluminous and beautiful.
Important! Red hyacinth is a symbol of love and devotion.Therefore, by planting a plant in a garden or vegetable garden, you protect your family hearth from betrayal and betrayal.
Lilac and purple
The Paul Herman variety was recently bred, but has already taken its place in gardens and home gardens around the world. The peduncle grows up to 25 cm, while the purple bells themselves are 4.5-5 cm in diameter, which gives the plant volume and splendor.
The winter-hardy lilac flower "Miss Saigon" tolerates temperature changes well, therefore it is recommended for early planting in open ground.
The Tofit variety is distinguished by its large size. The height of the lilac flower sometimes exceeds 40 cm, and the inflorescences consist of 45 large bell-shaped flowers.
The Bismarck purple hyacinth is considered an early winter-hardy variety. Plant height reaches 35cm.
Interesting! According to ancient traditions that have remained in Greece and India to this day, a girl pinning a lilac or purple hyacinth flower to her hair declares her readiness for marriage.
Yellow apricot coral and orange
The late variety "Yellowstone" is distinguished by inflorescences with large yellow flowers. The plant is tall, from 35 to 40 cm, the bunches reach 6-8 cm in diameter. Bright, lemon "Yellow Queen" with an early flowering period and large inflorescences will decorate any garden and vegetable garden at the very beginning of spring.
"Gypsy Queen" is a peach-colored plant. Dense, hard flowers are covered with a waxy bloom, which allows a long flowering period of the variety.
"Orange Bowen" of bright, apricot colors, therefore, will become the center of the spring composition of a personal plot or flower bed.
Dark purple
"Menelik" is an unusual flower of dark purple color with black splashes. Active flowering begins in mid-spring and lasts 3-4 weeks. Peduncles grow up to 30 cm, and on each inflorescence there are 35 bell-shaped flowers.
Intense purple hyacinth "Royal Novi", bred recently. The perennial species grows up to 30-35 cm, the clusters of inflorescences bloom with large flowers in the form of bells. There are up to 45 colors per brush.
Black
Work on the development of a black variety of hyacinth lasted 16 years, and ended in success. The Midnight Mystique flower was first presented in 2005. Since then, this type of plant has gained great popularity among gardeners and florists around the world.
Purple
Variety "Woodstock" is distinguished by high flower stalks and large purple inflorescences with a lilac tint, so the plant is often used to decorate city flower beds and alleys of parks and squares. The beginning of active flowering occurs in mid-March, and lasts 3-4 weeks.
Hyacinth "Purple Sensation" is suitable for gardeners who love unusual, bright flowers. The plant has mixed lilac, lilac and purple hues, which allows it to stand out in the spring garden. The species with a pronounced aroma begins a period of active flowering in April.
Mix
Mix hyacinths will decorate the backyard plots and flower beds with a variety of bright colors and shades, and will also become the center of any floristic composition. On one inflorescence, flowers appear in the form of bells of various shades.
Terry
Red-crimson double flowers "Hollyhock" with an unobtrusive aroma will decorate a garden plot or a flower bed in the garden. Because of their unusual aroma, the plants of this variety are often used in cosmetics and perfumery.
The species with red double inflorescences "Red Diamond" reaches a height of 30-35cm. Terry purple-blue Manhattan inflorescences will decorate your garden or flower bed. Plant size up to 30 cm, each brush has up to 35 bell-shaped flowers.
Terry hyacinth "Grotworst" has a light lilac shade.The flower grows up to 30cm, inflorescences are not dense, with a pleasant, delicate aroma. A yellow double flower with a cream shade "Sunflower", distinguished by a late and long flowering period. The rich, sweet aroma of the plant is not suitable for everyone because of its harshness.
Timely and proper care of beautiful spring flowers will allow you to enjoy the riot of colors and aromas throughout the spring.
