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CYCLAMEN hederifolium
(neapolitanum) - rose-pink, marbled ivy foliage, flowers in autumn
pot grown
individually £8.50 each , 3+ £7.00 each , 10+ £6.50 each
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Good to know
self-seeds freely and is very tolerant of dry shade. Leaves last through winter to spring. -
Pests & Diseases
Mice and squirrels. Vine weevil, cyclamen mite, grey mould. -
Place of origin
Mediterranean. Italy to Turkey -
Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Varying shades of colour with deep maroon marks at the mouth -
Cottage garden
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Rockery (inc alpine)
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Height
10-13cm (4-5in) -
Spread
15cm (6in)
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TuberousTuberous perennial with large, flat tubers. Very variable triangular to heart-shaped, pointed, patterned, mid- to dark green leaves 5-15cm (2-6in) long. Produces flowers to 2.5cm (1in) long in shades of pink with deep maroon marks at the mouth
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Scented flowersSometimes scented.
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich. Mulch annually with leaf mould.
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
Ornamental bulb. People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents -
Rabbit Resistant
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