What is the difference between grape hyacinth and hyacinth?

Comparison of grape hyacinth and hyacinth

Hyacinth and grape hyacinth are both perennial bulbous flowers of the Hyacinthaceae family, and are different varieties of the same type of plant. Botanically, the two are not of the same genus, and each has its own series of varieties. As ornamental flowers, they both have low-growing plants, brightly colored and rich inflorescences, and strongly fragrant flowers. Under artificial cultivation conditions, they can also bloom during New Year's Day and the Spring Festival, and are suitable for viewing on desks, windowsills, and other places. They are fashionable and novel, and can also add to the festive atmosphere. In addition, landscaping departments can also plant them in large areas in the ground to arrange spring flower beds, brilliantly colorful and very beautiful.

I. Comparison of hyacinth and grape hyacinth——bulbs

Grape hyacinth itself is one type of hyacinth, with a great many flower colors, very beautiful. Grape hyacinth is shorter in height compared with hyacinth. Both hyacinth and grape hyacinth are bulbous flower plants, prefer warm growing conditions, and are both relatively shade-tolerant. The bulbs of hyacinth are larger than those of grape hyacinth, so their root systems are also thicker, so hyacinth is more suitable for hydroponics, while grape hyacinth is usually suitable for soil culture; because the roots of the bulbs are relatively fine, hydroponics may lead to root rot.

II. Comparison of hyacinth and grape hyacinth——planting

Before planting hyacinth and grape hyacinth, they must be disinfected. After removing the outer skin, keep the clean-looking bulb for planting. When planting, hyacinth is generally planted one to two in a pot of soil, while grape hyacinth is suitable for dense planting of many bulbs, which produces a more beautiful pattern.

III. Comparison of hyacinth and grape hyacinth——cultivation

Hyacinth and grape hyacinth have no special requirements for fertilizer application, but when they sprout in early spring, they can be given additional fertilizer to ensure the healthy growth of flowers and leaves.

What is the difference between hyacinth and grape hyacinth

① In terms of plant classification, they are two plants of the same family (Liliaceae) but different genera. Hyacinth belongs to the genus Hyacinthus, and grape hyacinth belongs to the genus Muscari.

② Leaf shape. Hyacinth leaves are narrowly lanceolate, and the leaves are thick; grape hyacinth leaves are linear, and the edges often curl inward.

③ Inflorescence. Hyacinth has a terminal raceme; grape hyacinth has a raceme densely borne on the upper part of the scape.

④ Flower shape. The base of the hyacinth flower is tubular, and the upper part has 4 recurved lobes, with rich colors and fragrance; the small flowers of grape hyacinth are blue and slightly drooping, and the small flowers are gathered in clusters, just like strings of grapes, very cute.

⑤ Bulb shape and outer coat color. The hyacinth bulb is oblate, and the outer coat color. The hyacinth bulb is oblate, and the outer bulb coat is purple-blue or light blue; the grape hyacinth bulb is spherical, and the coat is colored.