It originates from the Mediterranean parts of Europe and Asia Minor, where it grows wild. It has been cultivated as a garden flower since the 15th century. The genus includes about 30 species and over 300 varieties. Its flowers consist of a grape-like inflorescence with a specific, strong aroma. The hyacinth blooms from the end of March to May in various bright colors - white, yellow, pink, violet, red, blue. Hyacinth is one of the most loved flowers in Bulgarian gardens. It is named after the beautiful youth Hyacinth from Greek mythology.

According to an ancient Greek legend, Hyacinth was the son of the Spartan king Amycles and Diomedes or the Spartan king Oybalus. According to another version, Hyacinth was the son of the Macedonian king Pyrrhus and the muse Clio. Hyacinth was extraordinarily beautiful, beloved by Apollo and Zephyr.

When Apollo once trained Hyacinth in throwing a discus, Zephyrus, out of jealousy, aimed the discus thrown by Apollo at Hyacinth's head and killed him. From his blood Apollo made the hyacinth flower…

Hyacinth is not a picky flower - it can grow both in sunny places and in partial shade. Hyacinths produce seeds, but are propagated vegetatively - by separating the small bulbs. However, in some varieties, reproduction occurs rather slowly, as many but small bulbs are formed.

Therefore, before planting, split the bottom of the old bulb cross-wise. Planting should be done in the autumn.

It is a good idea to remove the hyacinth bulbs every year after flowering and immediately plant them in a new place, burying them with about 12 cm of soil. A little well-burnt manure can be put in the planting holes.

After everblooming, the peduncle is cut high and the leaves are best left to yellow and die naturally. In this way, the bulbs accumulate the most nutrients needed for the next flowering. It is not necessary to remove the hyacinths from the soil every year, it is enough to divide them and transplant them every 3-4 years. If for some reason we have to take them out, for example to free the beds for other flowers, this is done at the beginning of summer. Store in a warm, ventilated place until planting.

Benefits of Hyacinth:

Although not widely used as a medicinal agent, hyacinth has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antiseptic properties.

The herb normalizes hormonal balance and the menstrual cycle in women. In addition, the plant has a sedative effect. Hyacinth is widely used in cosmetics, dermatology and perfumery.

In folk medicine, Hyacinth can be used as a medicine against tumors of the spleen, tumors of the testicles and ulcers.

Women have long used hyacinth for cosmetic purposes. Alcoholic extract with hyacinth petals smoothes and removes wrinkles, protects against harmful atmospheric influences. Dried hyacinth petals placed in linen bags in the wardrobe keep clothes smelling fresh for longer.

Dried and crushed leaves of the herb can be used against cockroaches and mosquitoes.

The alcoholic extract of hyacinth successfully participates in making many homemade masks and ointments.

The extract is prepared as follows:

Four tablespoons of flowers are poured with 1/2 teacup of vodka and the mixture is left to stand for two weeks in a dark and cool place. Before use, the extract is diluted with water in a ratio of 1:1

It cleanses, moisturizes and rejuvenates the skin.

The same alcohol extract can be used in the following hydrating face mask:

Grate a piece of cucumber. Take two tablespoons of mashed potatoes, add one teaspoon of honey and five drops of hyacinth extract. Apply the mask on the face for 20 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water.

A rejuvenating bath can also be prepared with the herb.

To do this, mix 1/4 cup of honey and 1 teaspoon of alcoholic hyacinth extract. The mixture is added to the bath water.

The presence of blooming Hyacinth in the house of pessimists, people prone to depressive states is very useful.

This plant brings lightness and optimism to life, makes you look fresh at existing problems and issues.

The wonderful aroma without a trace repels all sadness and permanently gets rid of a bad mood.

It contributes to the field of inspiration, awakens the imagination and adds positive energy to the surrounding space.

Particularly effective in this sense are the flowers in white and pale pink.

The charming aroma of hyacinths helps to restore peace and tranquility in a house full of quarrels and conflicts between spouses. It calms raging passions and reconciles warring parties, makes family relations more harmonious and intelligent.

Our ancestors were sure that a dried hyacinth flower or bulb is an excellent guardian that can protect against any negative energy. To protect yourself from evil, it is advisable to always carry it with you in a bag or a special pouch around your neck.

The plant in the house will protect the home from negative energies and restore harmony and balance.

*All photos are from our garden today

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A. A.

Stob, Bulgaria