Pack of 10 bulbs

shipping time : Late September to Late October

Muscari ‘Pink Surprise’

Muscari ‘Pink Surprise’ is a delightful twist on a spring classic—soft spires of pale, rosy pink, rising like tiny clusters of pearls above neat green foliage. Where most grape hyacinths come in deep cobalt blues, this unusual variety glows in gentle pastel tones, bringing a sweetness and delicacy to spring planting. Its colour is rare among muscari, a whisper of blush that feels at once fresh and quietly romantic.

Flowering in mid-spring, to around 15–20 cm (6–8 in) tall, it is charming in pots, borders, or naturalized through grass. Massed in drifts, the effect is like a soft pink mist at ground level, especially beautiful when combined with white or soft yellow narcissi. Compact, hardy, and dependable, Pink Surprise offers a subtle yet refreshing variation on a familiar spring favorite.

Position: Full sun or light shade, in well-drained soil. Hardy and easy to grow, thriving both in borders and containers.

How to Plant & Grow Muscari (Grape Hyacinths)

Quick Planting Guide (for product card / at a glance)

Planting time: Fall, before the ground freezes
Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile
Depth & spacing: 3–4" deep, 2–3" apart
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Bloom: Early–mid spring (March–April)

Step-by-Step Planting Instructions

1. Prepare the bulbs
Muscari bulbs are small, round, and easy to handle.
Plant them soon after purchase in fall for best results.

2. Choose the planting site
Muscari thrive in well-drained soil and will tolerate a wide range of conditions.
They are excellent for borders, edging, rock gardens, containers, or naturalizing in lawns and meadows.
If soil is heavy, add grit or sand to improve drainage.

3. Plant the bulbs
Plant 3–4" deep and 2–3" apart.
For the best natural effect, plant in generous clusters or drifts rather than single rows.
Water well after planting.

4. Growing on & care

• Watering: Muscari require little care — keep soil lightly moist in spring, but they tolerate some dryness.

• Feeding: Not heavy feeders; add compost or bulb fertilizer in early spring if soil is poor.

• Mulching: A thin compost mulch helps maintain soil fertility and protect bulbs over winter.

5. Bloom time
Muscari bloom in early–mid spring (March–April), producing charming spikes of tiny, bell-shaped flowers in shades of blue, purple, or white, often fragrant.

6. After flowering
Allow foliage to remain until it yellows and withers — this replenishes the bulbs.
Bulbs spread easily and will naturalize into larger clumps over time.
If they become too crowded, lift and divide in summer when dormant.

Tips for Success

• Plant in sweeping drifts for the most enchanting display.

• Combine with tulips, daffodils, or anemones for layered spring color.

• Muscari are hardy, low-maintenance, and deer-resistant — perfect for naturalizing.