A native of South Africa, summer hyacinth sends up spikes of lovely white flowers in late summer amidst dark green, strap-like foliage, when many other perennials are done blooming. The tall spikes are fragrant and especially dramatic planted with darker foliage or flowers.
Noteworthy CharacteristicsFragrant, bell-shaped white flowers, tinged with green, and strap-like foliage make this plant welcome in the late summer garden.
CareFertile, well-drained soil that is reliably moist in spring and summer. Full sun. Overwinter in a cool greenhouse or mulch deeply in areas with harsh winters.
PropagationSow seed in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe, keeping the seedlings frost-free for the first 2 years. Offsets can be removed in spring.
ProblemsInfrequent, but sometimes slugs and snails.
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- Genus : Galtonia
- Zones : 10, 7, 8, 9
- Plant Height : 3 to 6 feet
- Plant Type : Bulbs
- Characteristics : Fragrant Flowers
- Light : Full Sun
- Bloom Time : Late Summer, Summer
- Moisture : Medium Moisture
- Maintenance : Moderate
- Growth Rate : Moderate
- Plant Seasonal Interest : Summer Interest
- Flower Color : White
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