Cyclamen

Cyclamens are popular indoor plants that provide beautiful colour in the cooler months.

Cyclamens can be watered once a week in the warmer months, and less frequently in the colder months. When the flowers droop this means the plant is thirsty, however drooping leaves are usually overwatering. Water the plant below the leaves and away from the stems to prevent rotting.  Water only when the soil is dry for the top 10cm and check the water is draining out of the bottom. 

Most frequent cause of cyclamens dying is overwatering. Yellow leaves will indicate either too much water, too much heat or not enough natural light. Trim back any yellow leaves to encourage new growth. 

Cyclamens prefer a cool, humid environment. They enjoy bright, indirect light so they can continue to flower. Direct sunlight will burn the plant, causing the leaves to brown. The best places are by windows in rooms with no drafts and consistent temperatures. Cyclamens can also be planted outdoors in shady areas under trees or shrubbery. If your Cyclamen is outgrowing its pot, it can be transferred to a larger one or planted in the garden. 

Prune: The Cyclamen blooms for up to 8 weeks at a time, 5-6 weeks on average. Trim back any old or discolored flowers, this will encourage new ones to pop up.
 
Fertilize: They can be fed with a low-nitrogen liquid fertilizer during growing season (spring-summer). 

Dormancy: Cyclamens are tuberous perennials meaning bloom during winter and go into a dormant period during the warmer months. As blooming slows, allow the plant to dry out before entering the dormant stage. Allow the leaves to naturally fall off and water sparingly until new growth has appeared.

Cyclamen are fashionably on-trend plants that will add bright colour to any corner of your home or office especially in winter.

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