How to Care for Cyclamen – Expert Tips from Kimberleys The Florist in North Somerset

Looking for advice on how to look after a cyclamen? As your trusted North Somerset florist, we’re here to help! Cyclamen are popular winter houseplants, loved for their vibrant flowers and easy-care nature. Follow our expert tips to keep your cyclamen healthy and blooming for months.

Where Should I Put My Cyclamen Indoors?

• Place your cyclamen in a cool, bright spot – a porch, hallway, or windowsill away from direct heat is ideal.
• Avoid placing cyclamen near radiators or in dark rooms.
• Some cyclamen varieties are frost hardy, but most prefer to stay indoors during cold snaps.

How Often Should I Water My Cyclamen?

• Cyclamen like to stay just damp, not wet.
• Water from the bottom: place the pot in a bowl of water, let it soak up moisture, then drain well.
• Only water when the soil feels dry and the pot feels light – overwatering is the most common mistake!

Why Are My Cyclamen Leaves Drooping or Turning Yellow?

• Drooping leaves can mean your cyclamen is either too dry or too wet. Check the weight of the pot!
• Yellow leaves may be old or caused by grey mould (botrytis). Remove any yellowing leaves promptly.

What About Pests and Mouldy Soil?

• Cyclamen can suffer from vine weevil grubs – if you spot these, dispose of the plant and compost.
• Mouldy soil means you’re watering too much. Reduce watering and remove any surface mould.

How Long Do Cyclamen Flower For?

• With proper care, cyclamen will flower for many weeks. Look for plants with lots of buds for longer blooms.
• Remove old flowers and leaves by twisting and pulling out the whole stem to prevent rot.

What To Do When Cyclamen Finish Flowering?

• After flowering, cyclamen leaves die back. Keep the corm just moist and it should regrow in autumn.
• Repot if needed and bring indoors before the first frost for another year of colour.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cyclamen Care

How do I keep my cyclamen flowering?
Keep it cool, water from the bottom, and remove old flowers and leaves regularly.

Can I put my cyclamen outside?
Only if it’s frost hardy and temperatures stay above zero. Most prefer a cool indoor spot.

Where can I buy healthy cyclamen plants near Clevedon?
Visit Kimberleys The Florist or one of our partner forecourts for a great selection this Christmas!

---

Looking for more plant care tips or want to order a beautiful cyclamen? Pop into Kimberleys The Florist in North Somerset or shop online at www.kimberleystheflorist.co.uk.