Hyacinth Bulb ‘Jan Bos’

This striking variety is celebrated for its rich raspberry-red to deep rose-pink flower spikes, made up of densely packed, star-shaped florets. The vibrant blooms stand beautifully above fresh green foliage, creating an eye-catching display after the long winter months.

Flowering in early to mid-spring, ‘Jan Bos’ is prized for its sweet fragrance, brilliant colour, and classic upright form. It looks spectacular in garden beds, borders, and patio containers, and can also be grown indoors for a fragrant seasonal display. Pair it with white hyacinths, yellow daffodils, or blue muscari for a colourful spring combination.

Why You'll Like It

Vibrant Raspberry-Pink Blooms: Rich rose-red flower spikes bring warmth and bold colour to spring gardens.

Beautiful Fragrance: Sweetly scented flowers add a delightful sensory element to garden beds and indoor displays.

Compact, Upright Growth: Sturdy flower stems and tidy foliage make ‘Jan Bos’ ideal for borders and containers.

Striking Spring Combinations: Pairs beautifully with white, purple, blue, and yellow spring-flowering bulbs.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Jan Bos’
Common Name: Jan Bos Hyacinth
Plant Type: Spring-flowering bulb
Flower Colour: Raspberry-red to deep rose-pink
Flower Type: Dense, fragrant flower spikes
Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring, depending on climate and planting conditions
Established Height: Approximately 20–30 cm (8–12 inches)
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Planting Depth: Approximately 10–15 cm (4–6 inches)
Plant Spacing: Approximately 10–15 cm (4–6 inches) apart
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
Maintenance Level: Low
Frost Tolerance: Hardy; bulbs require a period of winter chilling
Pet Friendly: No; hyacinths are toxic if ingested, particularly the bulbs

Growing Information

Light Requirements: Plant in full sun for the best flowering, although partial shade is suitable, particularly in warmer locations.

Watering: Water after planting and during active growth as needed. Keep the soil lightly moist while avoiding waterlogged conditions that can cause bulbs to rot.

Planting: Plant bulbs in fall, pointed end up, approximately 10–15 cm deep and 10–15 cm apart. Choose a location with good drainage.

Maintenance: Remove faded flower spikes after blooming. Allow the foliage to yellow and die back naturally so the bulb can replenish its energy for the following season.

Long-Term Care: Hyacinths can return in subsequent seasons, although flower spikes may become smaller over time. Allow foliage to mature fully before removing it, and avoid planting in areas where water collects.

Great For

Spring Garden Beds • Garden Borders • Patio Containers • Fragrant Gardens • Indoor Bulb Displays • Colourful Spring Plantings

Bring your spring garden to life with the vivid raspberry-red blooms and enchanting fragrance of Hyacinth ‘Jan Bos’.