Cyclamen care
Cyclamen persicum needs bright light with no direct sun. Check the soil before you water.
This is general care advice. Check the label of your plant. Keep toxic plants away from pets and children.
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- Botanical name
- Cyclamen persicum
- Other names
- Florist's cyclamen, Persian violet
- Light
- Bright light, no direct sun. Put it in a bright, cool place, such as an east window. It does best at 10 to 16 C.
- Soil check
- Every 3 to 5 days in the growing season. The app learns the real time.
- Humidity
- Medium humidity
- Feeding
- Feed every 2 weeks in spring and summer. Do not feed in winter.
How to check the soil of Cyclamen
How does the soil feel on the surface?
Touch the soil surface. This plant must never dry out.
- Dry: the surface feels dry and light. Water the plant.
- Damp: the surface feels cool and a little moist. Do not water yet.
- Wet: the surface is soggy, or you see water. Do not water. Check the drainage.
Do not water on a fixed day. Test the soil first. Read the soil check guide.
Soil mix
Use a light potting soil with extra perlite or bark. The mix must drain well.
Tips for Cyclamen
- Water the saucer or the soil edge. Do not pour water on the center of the tuber. It rots.
- Yellow leaves often mean heat or too much water. Move the plant to a cooler place.
- Pull off dead flowers and leaves with a gentle twist at the base of the stem.
- After flowering the plant rests. Water less and keep it cool until new leaves grow.
Pet safety
Toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it away from pets and children.
ASPCA: Cyclamen