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Cyclamen hederifolium

Family Primulaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 5 - 15 cm (2 - 6 in)
Spread 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Light partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Cyclamen hederifolium (hardy fall cyclamen) bears showy, light mauve and fragrant blossoms during early fall to early winter. This plant has showy foliage that is greyish green and deep cyan in colour. Cyclamen hederifolium (hardy fall cyclamen) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Cyclamen hederifolium (hardy fall cyclamen) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.