Cyclamen persicum 'Dragon'
cyclamen
With its unique lilac-toned blooms, Cyclamen 'Dragon' brings an uncommon and striking colour to winter displays, making it a standout choice for seasonal bedding or as an elegant indoor plant.
Perfect for adding vibrancy to pots, window boxes, hanging baskets, or border edges, this cyclamen flowers reliably over the colder months, brightening up even the darkest days. Versatile and low maintenance, it also thrives as a cool-season houseplant, provided it is placed in a bright, cool spot away from direct heat or drying conditions.
Perfect for adding vibrancy to pots, window boxes, hanging baskets, or border edges, this cyclamen flowers reliably over the colder months, brightening up even the darkest days. Versatile and low maintenance, it also thrives as a cool-season houseplant, provided it is placed in a bright, cool spot away from direct heat or drying conditions.
How to care for Cyclamen persicum Dragon:
Cyclamen thrive in well-draining, organic-rich potting compost or soil, with bright, indirect light, avoiding direct sunlight that can scorch leaves. These plants prefer cool conditions, ideally between 60-65°F (15-18°C), and can tolerate temperatures down to 40°F (4°C), but should be protected from frost.
Water your cyclamen when the top of the soil feels dry, watering individual pots from the bottom or around the edges to avoid wetting the crown. Never leave the pot sitting in water to prevent root rot. These plants appreciate higher humidity, so consider placing them on a pebble tray with water.
Cyclamen are sensitive to overwatering, so it's better to slightly underwater than overwater. During the growing season, feed every month with a balanced, water-soluble fertiliser.
Gently removing spent flowers and their stems from the base, as well as any yellowing leaves. While the plant can be kept after flowering, it is often best used as a colourful seasonal annual or winter gift as it prefers a period of dormancy during the late spring and summer.
Water your cyclamen when the top of the soil feels dry, watering individual pots from the bottom or around the edges to avoid wetting the crown. Never leave the pot sitting in water to prevent root rot. These plants appreciate higher humidity, so consider placing them on a pebble tray with water.
Cyclamen are sensitive to overwatering, so it's better to slightly underwater than overwater. During the growing season, feed every month with a balanced, water-soluble fertiliser.
Gently removing spent flowers and their stems from the base, as well as any yellowing leaves. While the plant can be kept after flowering, it is often best used as a colourful seasonal annual or winter gift as it prefers a period of dormancy during the late spring and summer.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.2m
Eventual spread:
0.2m
Position:
Bright, indirect light
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
10.5cm pot
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3 × 10.5cm pots
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