I know Spring is near, when I start seeing a few buckets of hyacinth scattered about in the stalls at the Market. The blooms have such a distinctive look. I like how tight the flower begins, then over time, it explodes into a glorious blossom. I bought a few bunches of white, and displayed them in simple green drinking glasses about the shop. I like to leave the tall green spiky leaves in the vase initially. As the bell-shaped flowers start to unfold, I start pulling the leaves out. By the time the hyacinth is in full bloom, I will have removed most to all of leaves to allow the flowers to really take center stage, and the sweet hyacinth fragrance will be filling the air.
Your ideas inspire me! And on a day like today in the Puget Sound area even just photos of hyacinths help chase the gray and gloom. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Maureen. So happy you are enjoying the posts! best, Ted