Cyclamen Box

Cyclamen are an easy plant which flowers repeatedly in Autumn or Spring depending upon the variety. They will grow outdoors in sheltered shade, or indoors on a cool window sill or in a porch.

If indoors make sure your plants get some natural light, by putting them near a window. Very strong direct sunlight is best avoided as are hot radiators.

When these cyclamens are in small pots you will need to water regularly especially if in a warm spot. Ideally, they should be allowed to suck water up from underneath, so it is best to leave the plastic pots in a tray or sink with a couple of centimetres of water for a few minutes before returning to their wicker basket. In a warm room you may need to do this several times a week. Try to keep the compost damp – not dry and not soggy.

Pick off dead flowers continually to encourage more buds and pick off dead leaves to keep the basket looking fresh.

Problem solving:

If your cyclamen plants start to droop, water immediately and pick off any dead leaves or buds to encourage a recovery.

Occasionally mould can develop underneath the leaves, if this occurs, pick off any damaged leaves and flowers, let the plant dry out a little and then water more regularly, but sparingly. Mould is caused by damp humid conditions around the leaf stems or uneven watering and can often be improved in a better ventilated/drier room.