Lebanon cyclamen

How to Grow and Care for Lebanon cyclamen

Lebanon cyclamen · Cyclamen libanoticum

Grow in a cool greenhouse in bright filtered light, in containers of loam-based compost (JI No2), water moderately in full leaf and use a low nitrogen liquid fertiliser, reduce water as leaves wither after flowering. Keep dry when dormant then resume watering and feeding as new growth appears. Repot when tubers fill their container

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Partial shadeOrnamental bulbs, not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing Lebanon cyclamen

Lebanon cyclamen
Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsPartial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityOrnamental bulbs, not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in a cool greenhouse in bright filtered light, in containers of loam-based compost (JI No2), water moderately in full leaf and use a low nitrogen liquid fertiliser, reduce water as leaves wither after flowering. Keep dry when dormant then resume watering and feeding as new growth appears. Repot when tubers fill their container

How to Water Lebanon cyclamen?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Lebanon cyclamen?

Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Lebanon cyclamen?

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What Soil Is Best for Lebanon cyclamen?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Lebanon cyclamen?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize Lebanon cyclamen?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune Lebanon cyclamen?

No pruning required, tidy old leaves and flowers

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How to Propagate Lebanon cyclamen?

Propagate by seed, as for hardy cyclamen

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How to Transplant Lebanon cyclamen?

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How to Care for Lebanon cyclamen in Winter?

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How to Plant Lebanon cyclamen?

Grow in a cool greenhouse in bright filtered light, in containers of loam-based compost (JI No2), water moderately in full leaf and use a low nitrogen liquid fertiliser, reduce water as leaves wither after flowering. Keep dry when dormant then resume watering and feeding as new growth appears. Repot when tubers fill their container

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How to Repot Lebanon cyclamen?

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How to Harvest Lebanon cyclamen?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Grey moulds (botrytis) may be a problem under glass

Pests

Mice, vine weevil and glasshouse red spider mite may be a problem

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The Toxicity of Lebanon cyclamen

Ornamental bulbs, not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of Lebanon cyclamen

Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitTufted
OriginSyria, Lebanon

Scientific Classification

Species
Cyclamen libanoticum
Genus
Cyclamen
Family
Primulaceae
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FAQs About Lebanon cyclamen

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