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Thu, Jul 19, 12 at 6:03
| I seen the picture on a web site but could not find the plant or seeds for it on that site.
Anyone know what it is? Would be great in my fairy garden. |
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| Cyclamen |
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| Thanks Carol that was fast. |
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| The most successful hardy Cyclamen species for me is purpurascens which remains green throughout most of the year and is in flower now. C. hederifolium, which may be what is in your photo, does well though can die out without perfect drainage if it becomes too wet. Some suppliers sell bulbs but unless you have them soon after digging, the chances of survival can be low. Another thing to consider is if you sow the seed outdoors, squirrels and other rodents may dig up everything. I've had to cover my direct sown seed with plastic nursery flats until they establish. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Growing Cyclamen
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| Thank you for the information,they are now on my wish list. |
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| I agree with Carol that this looks like C hederifolium which is the easiest species in my climate. They flower in the Autumn and are happy even in dry shade under trees. They also come in white. |
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