A tuberous perennial with scallop edged, heart-shaped, mid-green leaves with silver above, maroon beneath. Delicate, fragrant, white to pale pink flowers, with fine pink veins. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 5cm to 8cm. Flowers March to April. Partial shade. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cyclamen balearicum
A tuberous perennial with scallop edged, heart-shaped, mid-green leaves with silver above, maroon beneath. Delicate, fragrant, white to pale pink flowers, with fine pink veins.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Cyclamen |
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Species | balearicum |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | pink |
Soil | Gritty |
Aspect | Partial shade |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 5cm |
Family | Primulaceae |
Spread | 5cm, 8cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Fragrance | TRUE |
Foliage Colour | green, silver |
Flowers From | March, April |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Frost hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Rock garden, Alpine house |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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