Cyclamen
Posted by Hannah Brand on Nov 11th 2024
Weekly Plant Chat: Cyclamen
Hey Plant Friends!
This week we are talking about Cyclamen. These sweet little plants are known for their cute, butterfly wing shaped flowers and some for their splashy, silver foliage. Their small flowers are arranged in racemose clusters.
Family of Origin
Cyclamen belong to the Myrsinaceae plant family, a sub family of Primula, and are native to Europe and the Mediterranean Basin. Cyclamen actually grow from a round tuber leafing out and blooming fall - winter then dying back or going dormant in the spring and summer.
Plant Care
Light
When in bloom, place in a bright, sunny spot. Bright, indirect light is best. When cyclamen cycle out of bloom, give them a rest in a cool dark location. Cyclamen actually like to be cool, so a drafty windowsill is an ideal location.
Soil
When it's time to repot, Cyclamen need a rich, well-draining potting soil. We recommend Espoma's All Purpose Organic Potting Mix. When planting, make sure the top of the tuber is visible above the soil surface.
Water
Cyclamen like to be kept evenly moist. Water when the top 1 inch of soil is dry to the touch.
Fertilizer
Fertilize cyclamen when they begin to grow out of dormancy. We recommend using Schultz All Purpose Liquid Plant Food at half strength.
Hot Tips
Dead head spent blooms frequently to encourage new buds.
Cyclamen are not pet safe and can be toxic to our furry friends.
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