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Florists' Cyclamen

Cyclamen Persicum

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Overview

Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen persicum) is a decorative perennial valued for its vibrant blooms and heart-shaped foliage. Preferring partially shaded environments, it grows 6-9 inches high and spans about the same. Flowers range from white to purple, appearing in winter to spring. Thriving in well-drained soil, keep it moist but not waterlogged. Hardy in USDA zones 9-11, it provides striking color when most plants are dormant. Use in borders or as a charming container specimen.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater Low, Very LowZones 5–10Climate Temperate
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — Hardy in USDA zones 9-11, it provides striking color when most plants are dormant

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Shade
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Primulaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — away from direct midday sun; hardy in USDA zones 9-11, it provides striking color when most plants are, image 101
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — To ensure optimal growth, maintain evenly moist, but not saturated, soil conditions; flourishing in cooler, image 102
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — and white; each petal elegantly reflexes back; it is recommended to either overwinter the plants indoors, image 100
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — Each blossom stands on a stem up to 12 inches high and showcases a range of vibrant hues including pink, image 99
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — the Florists' Cyclamen produces upright; flourishing in cooler climates and preferring temperatures, image 98
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — Regularly deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming and ensure a tidy appearance; to ensure, image 103
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — which can span from late winter to early spring; hardy in USDA zones 9-11, it provides striking color when, image 97
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — it is often treated as an annual or a houseplant; to ensure optimal growth, maintain evenly moist, but not, image 107
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — When informing the client; hardy in USDA zones 9-11, it provides striking color when most plants are, image 105
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — This plant's compact size makes it ideal for grouped plantings, rock gardens, or as a vivacious border; it, image 104
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — it is recommended to either overwinter the plants indoors or treat them as seasonal additions to the, image 109
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — <br><br>Keep in mind that while this plant is a perennial in its native range; flourishing in cooler, image 106
Florists' Cyclamen (Cyclamen Persicum) — for those landscapes subject to freezing temperatures; it is recommended to either overwinter the plants, image 108

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