Hyacinth City of Haarlem. Primrose yellow. Prepared Bulbs

Hyacinth City of Haarlem Bulbs – Fragrant Primrose Yellow Spring Flowers

Bring classic elegance to your garden with Hyacinth City of Haarlem bulbs, a beloved heirloom variety treasured by gardeners since the 1890s. These bulbs are specially treated to flower early, giving you a head start on scented spring colour.

A Timeless Variety with Real Character

Few spring bulbs can claim over a century of garden pedigree. Hyacinth City of Haarlem opens in a clear primrose yellow before gracefully maturing to a soft ivory tone, all while releasing that unmistakable, heady hyacinth fragrance. The impressive flower spikes and stately, upright habit make this variety a firm favourite for formal bulb plantings, borders, bowls and containers alike.

Why Gardeners Love This Hyacinth

• Rich history — a genuine heritage variety dating back to the 1890s
• Striking colour change — primrose yellow blooms maturing to soft ivory
• Highly fragrant — perfect near doorways, paths, and patios where scent can be enjoyed
• Versatile planting — thrives in borders, containers, bowls and formal bedding schemes
• Early flowering — bulbs are specially treated for an earlier spring display

How to Grow Hyacinth City of Haarlem

For the best results, plant your hyacinth bulbs in a sunny position with well-drained, fertile soil, although they will tolerate partial shade.

Planting instructions:

• Plant bulbs 15cm deep and 10cm apart
• For container growing, use a mix of two parts John Innes No.2 compost to one part sharp sand or grit
• Unpack and/or plant bulbs immediately upon arrival for best results
• Always wear gloves when handling hyacinth bulbs, as they can cause skin irritation in some people

Explore our full range of spring flowering bulbs to plan a complete seasonal display for your garden.

Product Specification

Delivery & Packaging

Availability on this variety is limited, so order early to avoid disappointment. Delivery of City of Haarlem hyacinth bulbs begins in late August. All bulbs are shipped in sturdy boxes with proper protective packaging — we never ship bulbs in padded envelopes — to ensure they arrive in the best possible condition.

Quality Guarantee

Every bulb is visually checked and inspected before packing so you receive the best possible quality. In the unlikely event of a problem, please let us know within 48 hours of delivery. Due to the nature of live plant material, we’re unable to accept responsibility for failure after planting, as factors such as pests, disease, weather and horticultural practice are outside our control. Returns are accepted with prior permission, and refunds are issued once bulbs are received back in saleable condition