Pruning guide
How to prune hyacinthus orientalis 'delft blue'
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Pruning hyacinthus orientalis 'delft blue' — FAQ
When should I prune hyacinthus orientalis 'delft blue'?
Remove spent flower spike as soon as blooms fade (mid to late spring); remove foliage once fully yellowed. Cut the flower spike off at the base of the spike, leaving the leaves untouched. Once leaves are completely yellow and papery, gently pull them away at soil level.
How often does hyacinthus orientalis 'delft blue' need pruning?
Annually, after each flowering. Hyacinthus orientalis 'Delft Blue' needs only one pruning task: remove the spent flower spike after blooming to prevent energy going to seed. Leave all green leaves intact until they die back naturally, which takes around 6 weeks. This die-back period refuels the bulb for next spring's display.
How do you prune hyacinthus orientalis 'delft blue'?
Cut the flower spike off at the base of the spike, leaving the leaves untouched. Once leaves are completely yellow and papery, gently pull them away at soil level.