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Hyacinth ‘Jan Bos’ is a bold and vibrant spring favourite, known for its rich, deep pink blooms and intensely sweet fragrance that fills the garden air. Each plant produces a densely packed flower spike made up of small, star-shaped florets, which cluster together to form a striking bell-shaped head — a show-stopping feature that brings colour, form, and scent to any outdoor space.

Flowering for around 4 weeks between March and April, ‘Jan Bos’ offers one of the most dramatic early spring displays, making it a perfect choice for adding energy and warmth after the long winter months. Whether planted in borders, containers, or spring bulb arrangements, this hyacinth delivers both performance and visual impact.

Standing at an average height of 20–25 cm (8–10 inches), it’s an ideal plant for the front of beds, patio pots, or pathway edges, where its vivid colour and fragrance can be enjoyed up close. It also pairs beautifully with white, blue, or pale yellow spring bulbs for striking contrast and layered colour schemes.

One of the standout qualities of ‘Jan Bos’ is its adaptability — it thrives in full sun, yet also performs reliably in partial shade, making it suitable for a wide range of garden settings. Hardy and easy to grow, this hyacinth is well-suited to UK climates and returns year after year when planted in well-drained soil.

For best results, plant the bulbs in autumn, 10–15 cm deep and spaced a few inches apart. Whether you're creating a romantic, fragrant spring border or filling a container by the door, Hyacinth ‘Jan Bos’ is a stunning, low-maintenance choice that guarantees impact with minimal effort.

Planting Hyacinths outdoors in the garden

  • If planting in the garden, find a position that is in full sun or partial shade. 
  • Hyacinths like to be planted in well-drained soil that is moderately fertile.
  • Bulbs should be planted in the Autumn for flowering in March - April.
  • Plant your bulbs 10cm (4") deep and 7-8cm (3") apart.

Planting Hyacinths outdoors in containers 

  • If planting in containers, use any good potting medium including a mix of 2 parts John Innes No.2 compost mixed with one part grit.  Make sure your pot is free draining.
  • Plant your bulbs 10cm (4") deep and 7-8cm (3") apart.

Description

Hyacinth ‘Jan Bos’ is a bold and vibrant spring favourite, known for its rich, deep pink blooms and intensely sweet fragrance that fills the garden air. Each plant produces a densely packed flower spike made up of small, star-shaped florets, which cluster together to form a striking bell-shaped head — a show-stopping feature that brings colour, form, and scent to any outdoor space.

Flowering for around 4 weeks between March and April, ‘Jan Bos’ offers one of the most dramatic early spring displays, making it a perfect choice for adding energy and warmth after the long winter months. Whether planted in borders, containers, or spring bulb arrangements, this hyacinth delivers both performance and visual impact.

Standing at an average height of 20–25 cm (8–10 inches), it’s an ideal plant for the front of beds, patio pots, or pathway edges, where its vivid colour and fragrance can be enjoyed up close. It also pairs beautifully with white, blue, or pale yellow spring bulbs for striking contrast and layered colour schemes.

One of the standout qualities of ‘Jan Bos’ is its adaptability — it thrives in full sun, yet also performs reliably in partial shade, making it suitable for a wide range of garden settings. Hardy and easy to grow, this hyacinth is well-suited to UK climates and returns year after year when planted in well-drained soil.

For best results, plant the bulbs in autumn, 10–15 cm deep and spaced a few inches apart. Whether you're creating a romantic, fragrant spring border or filling a container by the door, Hyacinth ‘Jan Bos’ is a stunning, low-maintenance choice that guarantees impact with minimal effort.

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Spring Flowering Bulbs are delivered in the Autumn

Delivery and P&P

Spring Flowering Bulbs are dispatched from September to November.
All orders should be dispatched within 3-5 working days during this time. (Unless otherwise stated on the Shipping est.)
Postage cost to mainland UK (excluding N.Ireland, Highlands and Isles) is £4.99.
All out of area postcodes are charged at £9.50.
Orders over £60 qualify for FREE delivery to mainland UK (excluding N.Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey, Highlands and Isles).
Unfortunately, we are not currently delivering to the EU. See Delivery page.
When your order is due for dispatch, you will receive a tracking email from us to track your parcel.
Your parcel will be sent on a 48 hour tracked service with Yodel.

Returns and Refunds

You have the right to cancel your order at any time before it is dispatched.
All returns must be returned at your cost within 7 days of receipt.
Payment for the returned goods will be refunded within 7 days of the goods being received by us, less the postage charges. 



Planting & Growing Instructions

Planting Hyacinths outdoors in the garden

  • If planting in the garden, find a position that is in full sun or partial shade. 
  • Hyacinths like to be planted in well-drained soil that is moderately fertile.
  • Bulbs should be planted in the Autumn for flowering in March - April.
  • Plant your bulbs 10cm (4") deep and 7-8cm (3") apart.

Planting Hyacinths outdoors in containers 

  • If planting in containers, use any good potting medium including a mix of 2 parts John Innes No.2 compost mixed with one part grit.  Make sure your pot is free draining.
  • Plant your bulbs 10cm (4") deep and 7-8cm (3") apart.

Care Instructions

Caring for Hyacinth outdoors in the garden

  • Blooms should be removed as soon as they shows signs of brown.
  • Leave the foliage to die back natural. 
  • Bulbs can be lifted as soon as the foliage has died back and stored in a cool, dry place.   
     

Caring for Hyacinths outdoors in containers

  • Wrap containers with bubble wrap to protect from frost.
  • Once the flowers have faded, return the container to a sheltered spot in the garden.
  • Bulbs can be lifted as soon as the foliage has died back and stored in a cool, dry place. 
£6.00

Hyacinth Jan Bos

  • 6 Bulbs £6.00
  • 10 bulbs £9.50
  • 20 bulbs £17.00
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Specification
Latin name: Hyacinthus
Planting period: Autumn
Height: 20-30cm / 8-12"
Border position: Front
Aspect: Sun or partial shade
Soil type: Loam, Sandy, Multipurpose compost, Loam-based compost
Hardiness: Hardy - H6 (-15°C to -20°C)
Suitable for containers: Yes
Scented: Yes
Good for cutting: Yes
Pollinator: No
Shipping est: Pre-order for delivery in Autumn 2026
Toxicity: Harmful if eaten, Skin/eyes irritant
Delivery period: Autumn delivery (Oct to Dec 2026)
SKU SKU17938121
  • Description

    Hyacinth ‘Jan Bos’ is a bold and vibrant spring favourite, known for its rich, deep pink blooms and intensely sweet fragrance that fills the garden air. Each plant produces a densely packed flower spike made up of small, star-shaped florets, which cluster together to form a striking bell-shaped head — a show-stopping feature that brings colour, form, and scent to any outdoor space.

    Flowering for around 4 weeks between March and April, ‘Jan Bos’ offers one of the most dramatic early spring displays, making it a perfect choice for adding energy and warmth after the long winter months. Whether planted in borders, containers, or spring bulb arrangements, this hyacinth delivers both performance and visual impact.

    Standing at an average height of 20–25 cm (8–10 inches), it’s an ideal plant for the front of beds, patio pots, or pathway edges, where its vivid colour and fragrance can be enjoyed up close. It also pairs beautifully with white, blue, or pale yellow spring bulbs for striking contrast and layered colour schemes.

    One of the standout qualities of ‘Jan Bos’ is its adaptability — it thrives in full sun, yet also performs reliably in partial shade, making it suitable for a wide range of garden settings. Hardy and easy to grow, this hyacinth is well-suited to UK climates and returns year after year when planted in well-drained soil.

    For best results, plant the bulbs in autumn, 10–15 cm deep and spaced a few inches apart. Whether you're creating a romantic, fragrant spring border or filling a container by the door, Hyacinth ‘Jan Bos’ is a stunning, low-maintenance choice that guarantees impact with minimal effort.

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  • Planting & Growing Instructions

    Planting Hyacinths outdoors in the garden

    • If planting in the garden, find a position that is in full sun or partial shade. 
    • Hyacinths like to be planted in well-drained soil that is moderately fertile.
    • Bulbs should be planted in the Autumn for flowering in March - April.
    • Plant your bulbs 10cm (4") deep and 7-8cm (3") apart.

    Planting Hyacinths outdoors in containers 

    • If planting in containers, use any good potting medium including a mix of 2 parts John Innes No.2 compost mixed with one part grit.  Make sure your pot is free draining.
    • Plant your bulbs 10cm (4") deep and 7-8cm (3") apart.
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