Hyacinthus orientalis 'Gypsy Queen'

Gypsy Queen Dutch Hyacinth

Family: Asparagaceae
Height: 8 to 12 in
Width: 4 to 6 in
Flower color: Salmon-apricot to coral-pink flowers on dense upright spikes
Foliage color: Medium green, narrow strap-shaped leaves
Bloom time: Mid spring
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Moderate moisture
Maintenance: Low, remove spent flower stalks after bloom, allow foliage to yellow and die back naturally before removal
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 8
Wildlife: Bees and other spring pollinators

About this plant

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Gypsy Queen' produces dense flower spikes packed with rounded florets in warm apricot-orange tones shaded with hints of peach and soft coral. Blooming in mid spring, the blossoms open gradually from the base upward, releasing a rich, sweet fragrance that perfumes the surrounding air. Glossy, strap-shaped green leaves form a compact base that supports the sturdy flowering stem and enhances the warm coloration.

Developed through Dutch bulb breeding in the twentieth century, this cultivar is valued for its distinctive color range. It performs well in borders, containers, and mass plantings, where fragrance and seasonal color are especially effective. The flowers are also suitable for indoor forcing and cut arrangements, extending their display beyond the outdoor garden.

Works well in

Borders · Cottage Gardens · Under Trees · Woodland Gardens · Rock Gardens

Companion plants

Columbines · Lungworts · Daylilies · Crocuses · Heucheras · Lady's mantle

Design tip

The early flowers arrive when the garden is still waking up, so give it a spot you pass often in spring. Plant in generous groups rather than single spots, and set them among perennials whose new growth covers the fading foliage.