Plant hyacinth bulbs from September to December. If needed, store them somewhere cool and dry, away from mice, but plant before they begin to deteriorate.
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Hyacinth
'Scarlet Pearl'
There is something irresistibly joyful about Hyacinth 'Scarlet Pearl', a variety that seems to capture the very essence of early spring in its luminous, scarlet-pink tones. Each densely packed flower spike unfurls with a soft, satin-like sheen, creating a richly textured bloom that draws the eye from across the garden. Hyacinth 'Scarlet Pearl' is not only admired for its pink colour, but also for its perfume, which is deliciously sweet and carries on the breeze with quiet confidence. Planted in borders or nestled into containers near a doorway, Hyacinthus 'Scarlet Pearl' brings both vibrancy and scent to those first, long-awaited warmer days.
As part of the much-loved Pearl series, Hyacinth 'Scarlet Pearl' has a refined, reliable habit that makes it particularly easy to work into planting schemes. It pairs beautifully with softer pastels such as pale lilac pansies or creamy narcissus, where its bold pink colouring provides a striking counterpoint without overwhelming the scene. Equally, Hyacinth 'Scarlet Pearl' performs exceptionally well indoors, where its fragrance can be fully appreciated at close quarters. Whether you choose to enjoy Hyacinthus 'Scarlet Pearl' in a pot by the window or as a highlight in the spring garden, it offers a wonderfully uplifting display that feels both classic and quietly indulgent.
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Choose full sun or partial shade. Improve heavy soil with organic matter and horticultural grit. For containers, use peat-free multipurpose compost with good drainage.
Wearing gloves, plant bulbs pointed side upwards, 10–15cm deep and around 10cm apart. Their naturally purplish outer skin is perfectly normal.
Water after planting if the soil is dry. Border-grown hyacinths rarely need further watering during winter, but keep containers lightly moist and never waterlogged.
Remove faded flowers, but allow the foliage to yellow and die back naturally. The bulbs can remain planted, although flowering may become less dense over time.
- Botanical name
- Hyacinthus orientalis 'Scarlet Pearl'
- Flower colour
- Pink
- Bulb size
- 16/17
- Established height
- 20-30cm
- Established spread
- 5-10cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
- Upright
- Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- Yes
- Plant spacing
- 50 bulbs per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- No
- Position
- Sheltered
- Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- Scented
- Yes
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
- Free draining
- Soil type
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Loam
Sandy
Multipurpose compost
Loam-based compost - Suitable for
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Pots
Large containers
Borders
Coastal gardens
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens
Cut flower gardens - Sunlight
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Full sun
Partial shade - Toxicity
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Skin/eyes irritant
Harmful if eaten - Years to establish
- 1st year
Good for cutting
Perfect for pots
Fragrant
Thrives in full sun
Perennial
Fully hardy
Packed in paper
Low maintenance
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