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5PCS/Pkt Seeds Florist's Cyclamen Rose Red Flowers (Cyciamen persicum, 100% genuine variety, Package: Original pack)

Product description:

Cyclamen is a flower of the primrose family of the Myrsin family. Other names: mallard, Alpine violet. There are many subspecies of this plant, which, depending on their characteristics, grow in different regions of the world, differing from each other in climate, soil composition and other features. Cyclamen is a perennial plant that allows you to grow it at home. Reproduction of some species of this flower is carried out by planting seeds.

Instructions for planting and care:

Seeds of cyclamen can have a shade from dark brown to brown-orange, look like small deflated balls that have lost their shape. The seeds are contained in a concrete formation similar to a round container that appears in place of the flower. Using seeds is one of the most effective ways to propagate this plant.

Sowing dates

In order to grow cyclamen from seeds obtained at home, it is necessary to observe the planting dates. It is believed that the best time to plant cyclamen is the period from the end of winter to the first half of spring. Therefore, after the end of the flowering period, it will be possible to plant seeds in February.

If the flower is planted in a pot that will remain indoors, then theoretically the timing of planting can be neglected. However, cyclamen is a specific plant, and the time of seed germination, as well as their survival in general, may depend on any factor. Given this, experts advise planting seeds at a set time.

Preparation of soil and materials

To achieve the best result in the cultivation of domestic cyclamen, it is worth germinating seeds in advance. This process will prepare the seed material for planting in the main container.

When germinating, you can take a plastic container with low sides and a lid. Pour a thin layer of soil on the bottom of the container. Put the seeds in it. The density of their placement does not matter much, but it is better that the distance between the seeds is about 1 cm. The earth in the container should be constantly moistened.

In order not to exceed the humidity level, and to water as evenly as possible, you can use a manual spray gun set to maximum spray mode.

To prevent excessive evaporation of liquid from the container during soaking, it should be covered with a lid. The lid should not be too tight. Seeds require fresh oxygen and a certain percentage of ventilation, which will prevent the formation of mold.

It is important to observe the temperature regime. When the temperature does not drop below +20 degrees, the seeds are able to germinate in 30-40 days. Exceeding the temperature can lead to the start of the process of suspended animation inside the seeds. The same is true at low temperatures. Spoilage of the seed material in the form of drying or rotting is not excluded.

While the seeds are germinating, you can start preparing the soil. Flower shops sell various types of soil compositions that are suitable for different plants. Cyclamen are no exception, as they are quite demanding on the composition of the soil in which they will grow. If it is not possible to purchase it in a specialized institution, you can prepare the mixture yourself.

To prepare the soil for cyclamen, you will need:

leafy earth – humus of tree leaves;

peat or peat-containing soil;

sand is not river sand, without clay admixtures.

The last ingredient can be washed and cleaned of unnecessary inclusions of silt and clay components. Sand plays the role of a diluent and does not allow the soil to settle, which could prevent oxygen from penetrating into it.

All components of the mixture, including any fertilizers, should be mixed in moderate proportions. Exceeding the amount of one or another constituent element can damage the seed structure and reduce the chances of germination.

There should be no components in the prepared soil that continue to support the process of rotting. As part of this process, there is an intra-soil heat release, and the seeds can "burn".

A container for disembarkation is prepared in advance. The germinated seeds are placed in a box where they undergo the primary ripening period. The final planting is carried out in pots with sufficient internal volume and diameter, which will allow the future tuber to develop in spacious conditions.

The planting process

Following the step-by-step guide for planting seeds will provide the best result, expressed in the speedy germination and full formation of the root and leaf-stem systems of the flower.

Before planting, you need to carefully check the seeds for suitability for further use. Pay attention to the remnants of the seed coat, which sometimes prevents the free development of new leaflets. In some cases, it will be appropriate to remove the remaining parts of the seed peel yourself. This manipulation can significantly accelerate the further growth of the seedling, but it is worth being careful – young shoots are extremely fragile.

In order to safely remove the old peel of the seeds, you need to cover each sprout with cotton wool soaked in water. After a few minutes, the peel will become soft and will be removed without much effort.

A layer of expanded clay or small pebbles is laid out on the bottom of the pot. The thickness of the layer is 2-3 cm. In the absence of these materials, you can use pure sand. This is necessary to ensure good hydro permeability, which prevents silting of the soil, and to create an air cushion, since cyclamen needs sufficient oxygen.

Next, the soil prepared in advance is poured. At the preparation stage, it is important to exclude the ingress of seeds of other plants into this soil, as well as pest larvae that can spoil the undeveloped tuber of the flower.

The height of the soil layer should not reach the upper edge of the pot by 2-3 cm. The distance remaining to the top will be needed for the location of the sprout in it, which is placed in the center of the pot and sprinkled with earth.

It is necessary to lay the earth around the stem in such a way that some part of its trunk and the forming leaves remain above the surface of the earth. The space left up to the top edge of the pot is necessary to create a greenhouse effect.

This effect is achieved by covering the pot with a film. This is done until the height of the flower exceeds the level of the rim. When the plant grows more and more, it begins to rest against the film, that should be removed.

The film cover is not used all the time. Periodically, it needs to be cleaned so that the plant can "breathe" and not burn down in an improvised greenhouse. At the moment of opening, the pot is installed on the window, where the indirect rays of the sun will be able to feed the young cyclamen and start the necessary processes in it.

During this period, the flower sprout needs constant attention, which is expressed in regular moderate watering, ventilation, loosening of the soil and so on.

Care

Cyclamen is a flower that requires special care. Starting from the very first days of the ovary of the sprout and throughout the rest of the time, he needs attention. This flower should not be left unattended for a long time. This can lead to the cessation of flowering, a state of suspended animation or complete death of the plant.

As part of the cyclamen care, there are several mandatory procedures that should be carried out regularly.

Provision of drainage system. Cyclamen does not tolerate stagnation of liquid in the soil. To satisfy its need for moisture, but not to ruin it with an excessive amount of water, you can periodically pierce the soil with a thin needle. Punctures should be located at a sufficient distance from the root system of the flower so as not to damage it.

If the primary sprout was planted in a temporary container, then as it grows, it needs to be transplanted into a more suitable dish. This will allow the flower to form a root tuber and start the metabolic processes in full force.

Every six months, the flower needs to be fed with special mixtures that can be made independently from organic humus or purchased in a specialized store. If store-bought fertilizer is used, you should be careful when adding it to the soil. Excessive concentration can lead to the death of the flower, so the fertilizer should be diluted in half proportions, regardless of what is indicated in the instructions on the package.

Special attention is paid to the plant when it blooms. Flowers take a large percentage of nutrients, so cyclamen needs to be taken care of even more diligently.

It is important to pay attention to the presence of light. Flowers in large quantities absorb this resource. Given this fact, it is possible to install a flower under direct sunlight for a short time. At the same time, monitor the level of soil moisture and the condition of the leaves.

Under the influence of direct sunlight, moisture evaporates intensively through the pores in the leaf cover of the plant. The lack of control of this process can lead to the fact that the flower will not be able to keep up with the need for all the leaves in the liquid.

Possible problems

Given the properties of cyclamen, we should expect some problems in its development. In some cases, the plant does not bloom for a long time, despite the fact that the flowering time has already come. In other cases, after picking and breeding attempts, the seedling dies.

The reasons for these problems may be due to several factors. Perhaps the soil lacks the minerals necessary for successful flowering, or, conversely, the permissible amount of trace elements is exceeded. To solve this problem, you can experiment with the level of fertilizers added to the pot. Depending on the reaction of the plant, conclusions can be drawn about ways to further care for it.

In addition, a pest that feeds on tuberous tissues or plant juice can settle in the soil. In this case, it is necessary to completely change the composition of the soil. To do this, it is better to use store-bought mixtures, since they undergo bio-processing, which excludes the presence of living organisms in the earth.

If everything is done correctly and consistently, you can grow a cyclamen at home that will delight the eye for many years.

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