Gipsy Princess Hyacinth
Discover the heirloom 'Gipsy Princess' Hyacinth, a garden favorite since the 1800s, offering intoxicatingly fragrant butter-yellow blooms. This easy-to-grow variety thrives in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil, perfect for USDA zones 4-8. Its long-lasting spring flowers are ideal for containers, cut bouquets, and rock gardens. Enjoy the beauty indoors by forcing bulbs for a winter display. These hyacinths are also naturally resistant to deer and rabbits, making garden care effortless.
$11.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1912
/ 3100
#1912 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-49%
Below average
Botanical Name
Hyacinthus orientalis Gipsy Princess
/ Hyacinthus orientalis Gipsy Princess
Who it's for
- Unique Apricot Hue
- Intense Spring Fragrance
- Deer and Rabbit Resistant
Who should skip it
- Short Perennial Lifespan
- Handling Irritant and Toxicity
- Strict Climate Requirements
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Hyacinthus orientalis Gipsy Princess
Mature Height
10-12 inches tall
Bloom Time
Mid spring
Hardiness Zones
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Bulb Spacing
6 bulbs per square foot
SKU
AM001188
Features
- Intoxicating butter-yellow fragrant blooms
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Excellent for containers and cut flowers
- Attracts beneficial bees
- Easy to grow and cultivate
- Performs well in rock gardens
- Long-lasting spring blooms
- Suitable for indoor forcing
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the 'Gipsy Princess Hyacinth' for its unique and sophisticated coloration, offering creamy apricot and pale yellow hues that refresh spring landscapes. The intense, classic sweetness of the fragrance is another frequently mentioned highlight, meeting high expectations. Reviewers report excellent bulb quality, noting successful establishment and robust blooming in the first season. While a few noted the actual bloom color was slightly lighter than advertised, the overall consensus confirms this variety delivers exceptional value. Its reliable performance and distinctive beauty make it a highly desirable purchase for gardeners seeking unique spring color.
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