The Peter Stuyvesant hyacinth produces fragrant, deep violet-blue flowers and blooms in spring. It can be planted in flower beds or pots, in a sunny spot or partial shade, and paired with early to mid-early varieties of daffodils and tulips.

Plant the bulbs at a depth and spacing of 15 cm. They need 8–10 weeks in a dark place at a temperature of up to 12 °C...