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Cyclamen coum [fancy-leaved forms]

Also Known As

  • Cyclamen coum 'Fancy Leaved Forms'
  • Cyclamen coum [Select Leaf Forms]

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 4"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

Cyclamen coum [fancy-leaved forms] plant details

Cyclamen coum [fancy-leaved forms] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with blue and variegated foliage. In winter pink flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyclamen coum [fancy-leaved forms]

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and variegated
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 4 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in winter
Uses: container plant, summer dormant, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyclamen coum [fancy-leaved forms]

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native to Bulgaria, Turkey, and Iran these seedlings were selected for the variations of leaf pattern of the species. A wonderful plant for dry shade where soil is well-drained, providing foliage pattern all winter and pale pink to magenta flowers from fall to spring. Forms lovely colonies under shrubs and anywhere color is wanted. To 5-10" tall forming small colonies. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5.

Gardening facts about Cyclamen coum [fancy-leaved forms] plant

How to Grow Cyclamen coum [fancy-leaved forms]

  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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