What are the basic requirements of a Cyclamen pot plant?
Cyclamen pot plants need a light position, but not too much direct sunlight. A window sill which does not face south is ideal, but on frosty nights, unless you have double glazing, you should bring it into the room. It will be happy at normal room temperatures, but shouldn’t get too hot, and will last much longer in a cool position (55°F/13°C). Watering incorrectly can cause the most problems, generally when too much water has been given. Always wait until the compost feels fairly dry, but avoid waiting so long that the plant becomes limp. You can water from either the top or the bottom, but afterwards the pot should be allowed to drain properly, and any water remaining in the saucer or pot-holder after 5 minutes, should be tipped away. If possible, avoid splashing the centre of the plant with water. You can feed with a pot-plant liquid food (e.g. Baby Bio) about every 2 weeks, but be aware that overfeeding is more likely to produce foliage rather than flowers. Dead flowers or leaves s
