Cyclamen

Common Name	Cyclamen
Botanical Name	Cyclamen persicum
Origins	The Florist’s cyclamen originates from the Mediterranean parts of Europe.
Season Availability	All year round with an emphasis on the cooler months.
Description	Striking indoor flowering plant with a rosette of dark green patterned leaves with butterfly -shaped flowers emerging above the leaves.
Colours	White, Red, Purple and Pink as well as some bi-colours.
Growing Conditions	Place your Cyclamen in a cool but well-lit spot without direct sun. Avoid placing near heaters.
Care Instructions	Water once or twice a week to keep soil moist but not wet. To ensure young flower buds continue to bloom, fertilise fortnightly with a soluble plant food and remove ageing flowers.