Summer Hyacinth

Stately spikes of fragrant, nodding, bell-shaped white flowers make this elegant bulbous perennial a spectacular choice for bringing dramatic height and late-season interest to sunny borders. Rising above clumps of strap-like, grey-green foliage, the tall flower stems carry up to thirty porcelain-white blooms from late Summer into early Autumn, filling the surrounding garden air with a subtle scent. Commonly known as the Summer hyacinth, it excels in mixed cottage gardens, hot borders, or large patio containers, where its pure white flowers contrast beautifully with vibrant late-blooming perennials.

Site: Sheltered 
Position: Full sun
Soil: Prefers fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. Dislikes sitting in heavy, wet soil during dormancy
Flowering period: Late Summer to early Autumn
Height: 3.3-4ft (1-1.2m) Spread: 1-1.3ft (30-40cm)

Image 1 by m. m. v. cropped and licensed under CC BY 2.0
Image 2 by Forest and Kim Starr cropped and licensed under CC BY 2.0