{"product_id":"cyclamen-hederifolium-silver-leaf-pink-tubers","title":"Cyclamen hederifolium 'Silver Leaf Pink' Tubers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCyclamen hederifolium\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e'Silver Leaf Pink'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beautiful hardy cyclamen combining \u003cstrong\u003ebright pink autumn flowers with striking silvery foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e. Flowering from September to November, it brings colour to shady areas just as many summer plants are beginning to fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers emerge on slender reddish stems, often appearing before the leaves have fully developed. Each has the characteristic swept-back petals of Cyclamen in shades of clear to deeper pink. The foliage follows to create a low carpet of broad, ivy-shaped leaves heavily washed with silver. These attractive leaves persist through much of the winter before the plant becomes dormant during summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCyclamen hederifolium\u003c\/em\u003e 'Silver Leaf Pink'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ivy-leaved Cyclamen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy tuberous perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predominantly silver, ivy-shaped leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e September-November\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-15cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 15-20cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade or dappled shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Humus-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully hardy in the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woodland gardens, beneath trees and shrubs, shady borders, banks and naturalising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Cyclamen hederifolium 'Silver Leaf Pink'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCyclamen hederifolium\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most useful hardy Cyclamen species for British gardens. 'Silver Leaf Pink' is particularly desirable for its foliage, with the usual green and silver patterning replaced by leaves that are \u003cstrong\u003epredominantly silvery-white\u003c\/strong\u003e. Darker green markings may remain towards the margins and along the veins, making every plant subtly different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe foliage is almost as valuable as the flowers, providing attractive ground cover through autumn and winter when many woodland plants are dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePink Flowers for Autumn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers usually begin appearing in \u003cstrong\u003eSeptember\u003c\/strong\u003e and can continue into November. The slender stems rise directly from the underground tuber and carry elegant pink flowers with strongly reflexed petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting several tubers together creates a particularly effective display, with the pink flowers appearing above a developing carpet of silver leaves. Established colonies can produce an impressive show each autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Plant Cyclamen Silver Leaf Pink\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a position in \u003cstrong\u003epartial or dappled shade\u003c\/strong\u003e. Beneath deciduous trees and shrubs is ideal, although plants will tolerate brighter conditions where the soil does not become excessively hot and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA humus-rich, freely draining soil suits \u003cem\u003eCyclamen hederifolium\u003c\/em\u003e particularly well. Incorporating leaf mould or well-rotted organic matter can help recreate the woodland conditions it enjoys. Good drainage is important, as the tubers should not sit in persistently waterlogged ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Cyclamen hederifolium Tubers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the tubers with the growing surface uppermost and cover with approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3-5cm of soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. Allow around 15-20cm between plants if creating a colony. Irregular groups generally give a more natural appearance than planting in straight rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, plants are best left relatively undisturbed. Mature tubers can become surprisingly large and produce increasing numbers of flowers each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHeight and Spread\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Silver Leaf Pink' remains low growing, reaching approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8-15cm in height\u003c\/strong\u003e. Individual established plants can develop a \u003cstrong\u003espread of around 15-20cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, while self-seeding plants can eventually form much larger colonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExcellent for Naturalising\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCyclamen hederifolium\u003c\/em\u003e is an excellent bulbous perennial for naturalising. Once happy, plants can set seed and gradually spread beneath trees, shrubs and hedges. Seedlings may vary slightly in their silver foliage patterns, adding further interest to an established colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best chance of naturalisation, avoid disturbing the soil around established plants and allow the seed capsules to mature naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSeasonal Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Cyclamen follows a useful growth cycle for woodland planting. Flowers appear in autumn, followed by foliage that remains attractive through winter and into spring. The leaves then die back naturally as the plant enters its \u003cstrong\u003esummer dormancy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDo not worry when the foliage disappears. The tuber remains dormant beneath the soil before beginning another cycle of flowering and growth as conditions cool towards autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing in Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe exceptional silver foliage also makes 'Silver Leaf Pink' an attractive choice for pots, troughs and other containers. Its leaves can be appreciated particularly well when grown somewhere close to a path, doorway or seating area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse a fertile but freely draining compost and avoid allowing containers to remain waterlogged during wet weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWildlife Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe autumn flowers can provide \u003cstrong\u003enectar and pollen for late-flying pollinating insects\u003c\/strong\u003e. Planting \u003cem\u003eCyclamen hederifolium\u003c\/em\u003e alongside other autumn-flowering plants can help extend the season of available garden forage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Cyclamen hederifolium 'Silver Leaf Pink'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright pink flowers from September to November\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriking predominantly silver foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides attractive leaves throughout much of winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy and well suited to UK gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent beneath deciduous trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact height of 8-15cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for naturalising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for woodland and shady garden planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan also be grown in pots and troughs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-lived once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen does Cyclamen hederifolium 'Silver Leaf Pink' flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt flowers in autumn, typically from September through to November.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tall does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPlants usually reach around 8-15cm tall when in flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the spread of Cyclamen Silver Leaf Pink?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAn established plant typically spreads around 15-20cm. Self-seeding can eventually create much larger colonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Cyclamen hederifolium hardy in the UK?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. \u003cem\u003eCyclamen hederifolium\u003c\/em\u003e is a hardy species and is very well suited to growing outdoors in UK gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need full shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Partial or dappled shade is ideal, particularly beneath deciduous trees and shrubs. It can tolerate some sun where the soil remains suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the foliage disappear in summer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSummer dormancy is part of its natural growth cycle. The leaves die back during the warmer months while the tuber remains dormant underground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Cyclamen hederifolium naturalise?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. It is particularly good for naturalising and can gradually self-seed to form attractive colonies when grown in suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its combination of \u003cstrong\u003evivid pink autumn flowers and luminous silver foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eCyclamen hederifolium\u003c\/em\u003e 'Silver Leaf Pink' offers interest over an unusually long season. 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