Cyclamen

Description

(Cyclamen sp.) 

SPECIAL QUALITIES

These are classic home garden plants that work as indoor, patio or even garden plants with stunning flowers over different times of the year. Some flower in winter/spring and some in autumn/winter.

FLOWERS

IndividuaJ flowers on short stems straight from the tuber in a variety of shades of white, pink and mauve.

POSITION & USES

Cyclamen grow in a wide range of conditions. They prefer well lit environments out of full summer sun. They respond well to a moist but well drained soil. They are hardy and easy to grow plants if given the right conditions.

CULTIVATION

Remove spent flower heads and divide clumps every few years or as needed.

FERTILISING

Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed from spring to late autumn will keep it looking its best and growing well.

WATER RATING

  • Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
  • Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
  • Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.

Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.

CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.

Herb Attributes

Plants Needed per Square Metre 9-12
Habit A tight little rockery plant with attractive foliage and  flowers
Position Full Winter Sun to Part Shade, Light Frost.
Height 20CM
Width 25CM