Hyacinths are probably my very favorite flowers with that out-of-this-world, beautiful smell. When I see a hyacinth and just want to stand next to it and inhale deeply so the smell stays with me. Forget receiving roses or other bouquets at work!! Send hyacinths!
That said, this is a terrific tip in growing your own! From Learn2Grow.com,
Try forcing hyacinths in a hyacinth glass – a narrow-necked vase that allows one bulb to rest on top. Seat the bulb in the glass, pointed end up. Note where the bulb’s bottom rests, then fill the glass with water to a point just below that base. Replace the bulb. Store in a dark, well-ventilated spot (refrigerator, basement or garage) at 40-50 degrees F. Avoid freezing temps. Check the water level every few days, adding more when needed. In about 12 weeks, the bulb will fill the glass with roots and develop a shoot. Bring it to a warm spot with indirect sunlight (72 degrees F). After the leaves expand, it should be moved to a warmer location until growth accelerates. When foliage turns green, place in full sun.
Click through for pictorial instructions! And grow grow grow!
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