Ivy-Leaved Cyclamen
Cyclamen hederifolium
Also known as
Neapolitan Cyclamen, Sowbread, Hardy Cyclamen
Cyclamen Hederifolium by hamon jp (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Partial Shade
Moderate care
Light watering
Frost Hardy
8a
USDA zone
-12°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
20cm | Max | 50cm |
1cm | Min | 10cm |
5 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has a mild fragrance
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Ivy-Leaved Cyclamen Overview
Cyclamen hederifolium is a deciduous perennial in the Primulaceae family. It typically grows to around 12cm in height, producing pretty light pink, scented flowers which measure approximately 2.5cm across. Leaves are produced at the base, they resemble those of ivy and often have attractive silvery-green patterning across their surfaces. This species has earnt a Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit.
Common problems with Ivy-Leaved Cyclamen
Mice and squirrels may take a nibble!
How to propagate Ivy-Leaved Cyclamen
Seed
Special features of Ivy-Leaved Cyclamen
Ground cover
Attractive flowers
Attractive leaves
Other uses of Ivy-Leaved Cyclamen
Specimen, can be grown in pots.
Flowers - Sow Under Cover in September
Thinking ahead to next year - sow these seeds for early spring and summer colour.
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Looking good in October - Top 10
Traditionally flowering in October, these flowers will be at their best this month.
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