Northwest Blooms · Bulbs
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Woodstock'
Woodstock Dutch Hyacinth
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Height
- 8 to 14 in
- Width
- 4 to 6 in
- Flower color
- Deep pink with burgundy undertones
- 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 'Woodstock' produces dense flower spikes packed with star-shaped florets in deep pink tones with subtle wine-red shading. Blooming in mid spring, the blossoms open gradually from the base upward, releasing a rich, sweet fragrance that lingers in cool air. Glossy, strap-shaped green leaves form a compact base that supports the upright stem and emphasizes the saturated flower color.
Developed through Dutch bulb breeding from eastern Mediterranean species, this cultivar is widely used in seasonal displays. It performs well in borders, containers, and mass plantings, where fragrance and color enrich spring compositions. The flowers are also well suited for indoor forcing and cut arrangements.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Under Trees · Woodland Gardens · Containers
Companion plants
Daylilies · Crocuses · Heucheras · Lady's mantle · Hellebores · Tulips
Design tip
Spring bloom is its headline moment, and it reads best in a group rather than as a single plant. Drift them in uneven groups for a natural look, and interplant with perennials that fill the gap after the leaves die back.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen at Roozengaarde.
