Cyclamen Persicum "Persian Violet" (Mixed Colours) 12cm

Cyclamen

Botanical Name

Cyclamen persicum (commonly cultivated hybrid varieties)

Common Names

• Cyclamen
• Persian Violet
• Sowbread

Product Description

Cyclamen is a charming tuberous perennial admired for its bright, upswept flowers in shades of pink, red, purple, and white and attractive heart-shaped, variegated leaves. Perfect for indoor pots, window boxes, and shaded garden beds, Cyclamen provides vivid colour during the cooler months when many other plants are dormant. Well suited to South African climates, it is a favourite for adding winter and early spring interest to homes and gardens.

Size When Fully Grown

• Height: ± 15–25 cm
• Spread: ± 20–30 cm
• Growth habit: Compact, clump-forming

Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Bright, indirect light
  • Avoid direct harsh sunlight, especially in summer
• Soil: Well-drained, humus-rich soil
  • Compost-enriched potting mix works best for container growth
• Watering: Moderate
  • Keep soil lightly moist, water around the tuber rather than over foliage
  • Reduce watering when plant is dormant
• Climate:
  • Prefers cool to mild conditions
  • Frost sensitive, best grown indoors or in frost-free areas
• Maintenance: Low
  • Remove yellowing leaves and faded flowers to encourage new blooms
  • Dormant after flowering; reduce water during this period

Best Planting Season & Growth Cycle (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Late summer to early autumn
• Active Growing Season: Autumn through winter
• Flowering Season: Winter to early spring
• Seasonal Notes:
  • Cyclamen thrives in cool conditions and brings winter colour indoors and in shaded outdoor areas
  • Ideal for pots, raised beds, and shaded patios