Cyclamen persicum grandiflorum Lazer Mixed F1
Greenhouse Herbaceous Perennial - Min 50F
- Flowers: Autumn to Spring
- Position: Sun or part shade
- Soil: Well drained
- Zones: 11
- Height: 12 inches
- Germination: Challenging
- Aftercare: Care and Understanding
- Special Features: Flowers in first year,scented
- Ideal for: Conservatory, Greenhouse, Pot Plant
Description
One of the easiest Cyclamen to grow, as it is very forgiving if grown in less than ideal conditions.
Quick to flower in a range of 9 colours.
An intermediate variety, ideal for growing in 4 inch pots.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | late winter to spring. |
| Sowing depth: | 6mm (¼in) |
Soak the seeds for 3 hours in warm water then sow in a good seed compost.
Seal in a polythene bag and place in the dark until germination which usually takes 3-4 weeks at 15-18C (59-65F).
Do not exceed 65F as high temperatures can prevent germination.
Growing Instructions
Transplant when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots.
Pot up as required.
Aftercare Instructions
Grow through summer in a shaded, ventilated area and keep at 10C (50F) during autumn/winter.
For windowsill plants grow cool with plenty of fresh air and in good light.