Atlantic Hyacinth
Muscari 'Atlantic
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Atlantic Hyacinth highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Spacing
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
Growing Zones 4-9
Waxy bunches of stars, the Atlantic Hyacinths (Hycanthus 'Atlantic) create magic wands of incredibly dark purple, tightly packed florets! If the saturated color doesn't stun you, then the incredible fragrance will! With the same ease of care, and low-maintenance towers of butterfly-friendly blooms that the family is known for!
Hyacinth bulbs may not be the earliest emerging spring ephemeral flowers, but they are the most dramatic! Heavenly fragranced and featuring large towers of blossoms, each bulb sends up at least one heavily festooned stem per year! Atlantic Hyacinths bridge the gap between Crocus and Tulips, when these giant wands of flowers rise up from the center of strappy rosettes of upright green each year!
Atlantic Hyacinth Bulbs are flowering perennial bulbs that are among the easiest to care for! Novice gardeners and busy landscapers both enjoy the plant-and-forget nature of these spring delights anywhere throughout USDA growing zones 4 to 9!
Planting and Application:
You'll be glad you placed a few in your cutting garden for huge blossoms for your spring bouquets! Even better, Hyacinths are gift plants! You can force these vibrant purple blooms as winter décor in a dish or urn. For sunny container gardening, pot up among other spring bulbs in mixed planters for an otherworldly focal point! Their space-saving size looks magical when interspersed throughout your shrub beds, and your home's front landscaping!
They look incredible as a formal border and edging plant as well as a focal point of dramatic color among perennial gardens and country borders! Small and space-saving enough for pots and planters anywhere sunny as well as that narrow strip along the driveway or sidewalk, leading you along garden paths with enticing perfume! Mix among larger plants without the worry that these bulbs will overtake or become crowded.
- Double Silky Red Blooms
- Easy-to-Grow Perennial Corms
- Excellent Cut Flowers & Pollinator-Friendly
- Perennial/Annual & Seasonal Accent
- Rows, Specimens, Groupings, Drifts, Porch & Patio!
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Hyacinthus bulbs need to be planted in the fall before a hard frost in your growing zone. Place the bulbs with pointy ends up in 4-inch holes and 6 inches apart. In colder regions, plant 6 inches deep to keep them safe over winter. Add bulb fertilizer to each hole for best results. They need well-drained soil with full sun to partial sun. Hyacinthus bulbs need to be planted in the fall before a hard frost in your growing zone. In colder regions, plant 6 inches deep to keep them safe over winter. Fall-planted bulbs need well-drained soil with moderate moisture needs.
- Full Sun & Part Shade
- Moderate Moisture
- Enriched, Well-Drained Soil
- Mulched Beds
- Deadhead After Bloom is Spent
Gorgeous fragrance and lovely purple color, the Atlantic Hyacinth perfumes indoors and outdoors with its long-lasting blooms! Order quality bulbs at Nature Hills and we'll ship at the proper planting time for your growing zone!
