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Hyacinthus 'Fondante'
(Hyacinth Fondant)

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Gorgeous bi-color blossoms of the Hyacinthus Orientalis 'Fondante' or Hyacinth Fondant bulb plant

Hyacinthus 'Fondante'
(Hyacinth Fondant)

Origin:  Mediterranean
Family:  Hyacinthaceae
Light:  Full sun-part shade
Height:  8"-10"
Spread:  6"-9"
Blooms: 
Fabulously fragrant, beautiful 2-toned soft pink florets in a large flowerhead on a fleshy stalk, early to mid-spring. a single stem can perfume an entire room.
Foliage:  3/4" wide, green, long
Soil:  Well-drained, rich, organic
Water:  High moisture needs
Fertilizer:  Bulb fertilizer at planting
Caution:  Please wash hands after handling plant.  May cause allergic reaction.
Uses:  Border, rock garden, mass planting, bedding, indoor forcing, container

Propagation:  Bulb division
Comments:  Hyacinthus Orientalis 'Fondante' or Hyacinth Fondant is a carefree and magnificent-looking bulb plant.  If grown in masses, they look spectacular.  These bulbs are easy to grow and returns year after year. After blooming period is over, allow leaves to wither naturally so that the bulb can rejuvenate itself.  I love its fragrant blossoms.
USDA Hardiness Zones :  4-8