Hyacinthus orientalis 'White Pearl'

White Pearl Dutch Hyacinth

Family: Asparagaceae
Height: 10–12 inches
Width: 6–8 inches
Flower color: Ivory blooms that mature to glistening white; highly fragrant
Foliage color: Glossy green
Bloom time: Mid-spring
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Regular
Maintenance: Low; remove spent flower spikes after blooming to prevent seed formation; can naturalize and return year after year
Growing zone: USDA zones 4–8
Wildlife: Attracts bees and butterflies; deer and rodent resistant

About this plant

Hyacinthus orientalis 'White Pearl' is a graceful spring-blooming flower with pure white, fragrant blooms. The flowers grow in dense, cylindrical clusters atop sturdy stems, each bloom displaying a slightly ruffled appearance. The bright white flowers provide a soft, radiant contrast against the plant's green foliage, making it a standout in flower beds and mixed plantings.

'White Pearl' requires minimal care, though regular watering during dry periods helps promote healthy growth and bloom production. It is also relatively deer-resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens where wildlife might be a concern. Hyacinthus orientalis 'White Pearl' is perfect for adding elegance and fragrance to spring gardens, and it can also be grown in containers for seasonal color indoors or on patios.

Works well in

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

Companion plants

Foxgloves · Bergenias · Sedums · Forget-me-nots · Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts

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.