Cyclamen persicum grandiflorum Scentsation Mixed
Greenhouse Herbaceous Perennial - Min 50F
- Position: Sun or part shade
- Soil: Well drained
- Zones: 11
- Height: 10 inches
- Germination: Challenging
- Aftercare: Care and Understanding
- Special Features: Flowers in first year,scented
- Ideal for: Bedding, Conservatory, Greenhouse, Pot Plant
Description
Lingering Freesia-like fragrance of one plant can fill a room.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | September to March. |
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| Sowing depth: | ¼in (6mm) |
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Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 55-60F (13-15C).
Soak for 12 hours before sowing, then seal in a polythene bag and place in darkness until germination which can take 30 days.
Do not exceed the stated temperature.
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.
