Cyclamen mirabile (Sowbread) Tubers
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Cyclamen mirabile bulbs produce a captivating plant with beautifully mottled green foliage. Its flower, rising on a stout stem, begins as a deep pink then gracefully fades to a pale creamy white as the plant ages.
Cyclamen mirabile is an indigenous species of Turkey, where it thrives in moist, well-draining soils with dappled sunlight or partial shade, such as beneath a tree. Not frost-resistant, this species makes a great potted plant if planted in early autumn prior to the first frost of winter, ensuring it blooms the subsequent year.
Awarded the Award of Garden Merit (AGM) by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS)
Planting Time: September - November
Flowering Time: September - November
Max height: 10cm
The ideal time to plant spring flowering bulbs like tulips, daffodils, crocus, and snowdrops is from September to November. Planting during this period allows bulbs to establish roots before winter and ensures a healthy, vibrant bloom in early spring, with stunning green foliage and flower colours ranging from purple and blue to bright yellows and whites.
Most spring bulbs planted in autumn start to flower between February and May, depending on the type. Early bloomers like snowdrops and crocus appear first, while tulips and daffodils follow later in spring, creating a sequential display of colour.
Yes! Mixing different bulbs such as tulips, daffodils, and muscari adds something extra in terms of colour and texture to your garden. Planting in clusters or drifts creates a natural, layered effect, letting you get a longer flowering season and a richer display for both you and pollinators.
Yes, but allow leaves to die back naturally rather than cutting them too early. Leaving the foliage lets the plant save energy, which the bulbs use to produce strong, vibrant flowers come next spring.
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