Cyclamen coum ‘Silver Leaf’ - bijuterie de iarna cu frunzis argintiu

Cyclamen coum ‘Silver Leaf’ is a striking variety of garden cyclamen, valued for its round, silvery leaves with delicate green edges and pink-violet flowers, which appear in midwinter or early spring. It is an ornamental perennial plant, perfect for borders, rock gardens, or window boxes.

🌿 Botanical features:

• Family: Primulaceae

• Origin: mountainous regions of Eastern Europe and the Middle East

• Foliage: round, with a pronounced silvery pattern and contrasting green edge

• Flowers: deep pink or pale pink, butterfly-shaped, appearing above the leaves

• Flowering period: January–March

☀️ Growing conditions:

• Light: partial shade or light shade; ideal under trees or shrubs

• Soil: well-drained, rich in humus; prefers light soils, neutral to slightly alkaline

• Watering: moderate; keep the soil moist but without waterlogging

• Minimum temperature: withstands down to about –15°C, if planted in well-drained soil

💚 Benefits and uses:

• Hardy plant, ideal for shaded areas in the garden

• Blooms in the cold season, when other plants are dormant

• The silvery foliage remains decorative for much of the year

• Easily naturalizes, forming compact colonies over time

🌸 Note: During the summer dormancy period, the leaves fully retreat – this is a normal process for this species.

Height including pot 15 cm

Note: The displayed price is for 1 plant, with or without flowers. Flower colors are not known; plants are sold without flowers.