Galtonia, also known as Hyacinthus candicans or Summer Hyacinth, is an elegant summer-flowering bulb producing tall spikes of graceful, nodding white bell-shaped flowers. Flowering in June and July, this striking plant adds height, movement, and a soft, refined look to garden borders and large containers.

An RHS Award of Garden Merit winner, Galtonia is also bee-friendly, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Its tall flower stems rise above lush green foliage, creating a light and airy display that works beautifully in sheltered borders, cottage gardens, and patio containers.

Key Features
✓ Elegant white, bell-shaped flowers
✓ RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
✓ Bee-friendly summer-flowering bulb
✓ Flowers in June and July
✓ Ideal for borders and large containers
✓ Adds height and structure to planting schemes

Size
✓ Mature height: approx. 110cm (44 inches)

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: spring
✓ Position: full sun
✓ Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
✓ Planting depth: approx. 10–15cm
✓ Suitable for sheltered borders and large containers

Galtonia prefers a warm, sheltered position where its tall flower spikes are protected from strong winds. Well-drained soil is essential to ensure healthy growth and flowering.

Aftercare
Water regularly during dry periods, particularly while plants are actively growing and flowering. Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering to feed the bulb for the following season. In colder or exposed areas, a light mulch in autumn can help protect bulbs over winter.