Cyclamen persicum (Persian Violet) – Red Winter Bedding Planter (Pre-Planted Dog Planter)

Red cyclamen bring bright winter colour to a doorstep, porch or patio, and here they come already planted in a dog planter with a Christmas present for a cheerful seasonal display.

Cyclamen persicum, the florist's cyclamen, has marbled heart-shaped leaves and a long run of upright red flowers from autumn into the new year. It is grown as autumn and winter bedding, so enjoy it as one season of colour in a sheltered spot out of cold wind.

The plants are growing together in the planter and arrive in it, ready to display. Stand it in light or partial shade, keep the compost on the dry side and water at the edge rather than into the crown of the plant. Pinch off faded flowers with their stalks to keep new buds coming.

A light frost is tolerated in a sheltered spot, but a hard or prolonged frost will kill it. The tubers should not be eaten, by people or pets.

Cultural Information

• Common Name: Florist's Cyclamen
• Botanical Name: Cyclamen persicum
• Eventually Reaches: 10-30cm tall and 10-30cm wide
• Growth Habit: Compact, clump forming
• Perfect For: Patio containers, window boxes, baskets and porches
• Flowering Time: Autumn to early spring
• Flower Colour: Red
• Planting Position: Partial shade, sheltered from cold wind
• Hardiness: Not hardy. Tolerates a light frost in a sheltered spot only
• Seasonal Interest: Autumn and winter
• Type: Bedding plant