Cyclamen

Cyclamen is a fall and winter favorite in our greenhouse.

 Cyclamens are cool-weather houseplants that bloom from October through March in our homes. The flowers bloom above heart-shaped leaves of green and silver. Various forms of cyclamen include miniature and florist cyclamen in shades of purple, lavender, red, white, and pink.

Cyclamen Mini Crispino Mix photo courtesy of Ball Seed

Though there are hardy varieties for our area that we sell in our perennial department in season, these houseplants will not survive outdoors. 

Cyclamen Bisous Mix 

Keep Cyclamen in a cooler house, between 50 and 68 degrees F, in a brightly lit area possibly on a windowsill. Water the plant beneath the leaves and flowers when the soil surface is dry. Waiting for the plant or flowers to wilt before watering will reduce the beauty and the bloom time of the cyclamen. 

A display at Longwood Gardens displays Amaryllis with Cyclamen

Cyclamen are a good choice for the holidays to include with Poinsettias, Norfolk Island Pines, Amaryllis and other festive indoor plants. A mixed basket with Cyclamen as the floral centerpiece is a great way to spread cheer during visits to friends and families all winter. 

Ruth just made this basket with cyclamen, Norfolk Island pine and other plants. 

Cyclamen will be available in a large assortment of colors and sizes through March.