Overview
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Louvre'PBR is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Hyacinthus, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hyacinthus orientalis 'Louvre'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, houseplants, patio and container plants, rock garden, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Hyacinthus orientalis, the common hyacinth, garden hyacinth or Dutch hyacinth, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Scilloideae. It is native to western Asia, from southern Turkey, through Syria and Lebanon to northern Israel.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hyacinthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Louvre'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs, Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Houseplants, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hyacinthus orientalis 'Louvre'PBR
- Propagation
- Division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Fungal infections, Bacterial soft rot, Hyacinth yellows, Virus diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hyacinthus orientalis 'Louvre'PBR?
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Louvre'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hyacinthus orientalis 'Louvre'PBR need?
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Louvre'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Hyacinthus orientalis 'Louvre'PBR hardy in the UK?
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Louvre'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Hyacinthus orientalis 'Louvre'PBR?
Division.
More in the Hyacinthus genus
- Hyacinthus orientalis 'Amethyst'
- Hyacinthus orientalis 'Ben Nevis' (d)
- Hyacinthus orientalis 'Grande Blanche Imperiale'
- Hyacinthus orientalis 'Rose Garrik'
- Hyacinthus multiflora 'Blauw'hyacinth 'Blauw'