RE: Exceptional Weather Comes to an End

Bonnie - I planted several this spring in a couple of locations in part
shade.  The foliage disappeared at the height of summer but bloom stalks
appeared about a month ago which was followed by foliage.  They have
been blooming non-stop since and the clump size has noticeably
increased.  I don't know how long they will continue to bloom since this
is my first experience with cyclamen, but I am definitely sold on these
little beauties.  Lovely flowers and wonderful foliage that is an asset
to my garden.  I will be purchasing more of them.  If they'll grow for
me, I would think they would be fine in your part of the state.

Lynda
Zone 7 - West TN

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Subject: Re: [CHAT] Exceptional Weather Comes to an End


In a message dated 11/05/2003 4:05:17 PM Eastern Standard Time, 
holmesbm@usit.net writes:

> Tell me about the hardy cyclamen that bloom in the fall.  I'll bet 
> they would work here in ETN or would our climate be too humid?  I am 
> thinking about using them for Christmas flowers this year but hadn't 
> thought about varieties that would work outside.  How long do they 
> bloom?  Are they perennials?
> 

These hardy cyclamens are miniature treasures - the tiny pink blooms are

about three inches high and have lovely little heart-shaped foliage
about an inch 
across with silver markings.  If they like the spot they form a mat of
foliage 
- but they don't stay all year.  In my garden they seem to like a dry
spot 
with partial sun, but I know someone who grows them in full sun, so
perhaps some 
more knowledgable person can give you better advice.  They seem to be 
perfectly hardy here in Z5, however.
Wish I knew more to tell you - they're lovely.  Auralie

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