How To Force Indoor Hyacinths in Time for Christmas Blooms

Now is the perfect time to start forcing your prepared hyacinth bulbs. See our simple ‘How to guide’ below.

Choose Your Bulbs

Select your prepared hyacinth bulbs. Our loose varieties have been pre-chilled and are ready for forcing.

Gather Your Materials

You will need:

  • Prepared hyacinth bulbs

  • A pot (at least 6 inches deep) or a forcing vase

  • Potting soil (if using a pot) & some small stones

  • Water

Planting in Pots

  • Fill the bottom of the pot with stones for drainage

  • Add fresh potting soil until it’s halfway full

  • Place 2-3 bulbs in the pot, ensuring their noses are just above the soil surface (about 1cm)

  • Water well and ensure proper drainage

Create a Cool Environment

Place the pot in a cool, dark area (around 9°C or 48°F) for around 10-12 weeks. Check weekly to keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Move to Light

Once sprouts are about 2.5 cm tall, move the pots to a bright room with indirect sunlight. Continue watering regularly to keep the soil moist.

Enjoy the Blooms

After about 2-3 weeks in light, your hyacinths should bloom beautifully!

Post-Bloom Care

After flowering, remove spent blooms but allow foliage to die back naturally before disposing of or planting outside for future blooms.

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