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Hyacinthoides hisp. Dainty Maid / 2L / 17Cm
Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Dainty Maid'
Confirmed format: 2 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Rosy-pink, bell-shaped flowers in April and May
- Upright, clumping growth habit reaching 30-40 cm
- Thrives in full sun, partial shade or full shade
- Supports pollinators and wildlife in spring
- Supplied well-established in a 2-litre pot
Overview
Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Dainty Maid' is an heirloom Spanish Bluebell cultivar dating to 1944, prized for its delicate, rosy-pink to violet-pink bell-shaped flowers. Rising on strong upright stems above neat clumps of green, strap-like leaves, its pendant blooms appear throughout April and May. Reaching a mature height of 30 to 40 cm, this robust perennial performs wonderfully in shaded borders, woodland gardens, or patio containers.
Why We Love It
- Charming rosy-pink bell flowers bring soft spring colour.
- Performs exceptionally well in shady spots and under trees.
- Reliable hardy perennial that naturally multiplies over time.
- Provides valuable nectar for early pollinators in spring.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Dainty Maid' |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Herbaceous Perennial |
| Foliage Persistence | Deciduous |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flower Colour | Pink, rose, violet, and multicolour |
| Flowering Season | April to May |
| Growth Habit | Upright and clumping |
| Mature Height | 30-40 cm |
| Mature Spread | 10-20 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H6 |
Growing Guide
| Position | Suitable for full sun, sun and part shade, partial shade, or full shade across south, west, east, or north-facing aspects in sheltered or exposed locations. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Adapts to clay, loam, sand, chalk, or any fertile soil texture. |
| Drainage | Requires free-draining or well-drained soil conditions. |
| Watering | Maintains a moderate water need with average or moist moisture levels. |
| Deadheading | Deadheading is optional. |
| Winter Protection | No winter protection required. |
Perfect For
- Garden borders, front borders, and middle borders
- Containers and window boxes
- Cottage gardens, woodland gardens, and shade gardens
- Wildlife gardens and small gardens
- Coastal gardens and balconies
Good to Know
- Heirloom cultivar dating back to 1944.
- Suitable for cutting as a cut flower.
- Exhibits coastal tolerance.
- All parts are toxic if ingested and toxic to cats and dogs.
Product Information
| Product Title | Hyacinthoides hisp. Dainty Maid / 2L / 17Cm |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Dainty Maid' |
| Confirmed Format | Potted 2L |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- perennial
- Position & light
- Full sun· Partial shade· Sheltered
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained
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