Zone 5 · Hyacinth
Planting Hyacinth in Zone 5
Hyacinthus orientalis
✅ Hyacinth thrives in zone 5 (hardy 4–8)
Can I plant today?
⏳ Too early to direct-sow
Last frost is in 4 weeks. Wait until soil warms.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around May 15
Zone's first frost
around October 15
Bloom window
April – April
Peak bloom
April
Sun required
full sun, part sun
Mature height
10"
Spacing
6" apart
Type
bulb
How to plant Hyacinth in zone 5
Plant bulbs in fall 6 inches deep. Powerfully fragrant; replace every few years as they decline.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Hyacinth peaks in April. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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