6 tips for growing Cyclamen during late autumn and winter
The climate keeps on changing worldwide. Ensuring the right growing conditions for Cyclamen persicum is crucial. Proactive measures help to prevent several issues when entering late autumn. Like Botrytis, which might not be visible at that time. Growing support created 6 practical tips for Cyclamen late autumn and winter cultivation.
1. Use the right Cyclamen Super Serie
There is a Super Serie for all climates and seasons. Available in mini, midi and large Cyclamen persicum. Our cold tolerant varieties feature an open plant structure. Reducing risk of Botrytis while ensuring strong, sturdy flower stems. Making them perfect for late autumn and winter conditions.
2. Light and radiation management
Monitor microMol and Mol levels closely. Remove shading (chalk) in time to ensure sufficient light enters the Cyclamen. During and after potting, light is extremely important. When needed, provide supplemental lighting during potting until first growth. This helps to create strong, high-quality flowering pot plants.
Are you a European grower which starts potting between weeks 35 and 45? Ensure consistent light exposure. Consult our team of experts to see which levels are best in your situation.
3. Humidity Cyclamen control
Prevent excess moisture buildup in Cyclamen persicum by ensuring good air circulation. Keep humidity below 80% with proper ventilation. Use outside air and inside fans for circulation (minimum window space).
- Create air circulation to ensure a low RH even in humid conditions (ventilation)
- Chooses the right potting soil. Use soil which dries quickly at the surface to prevent excess moisture absorption
- Close screens slightly end of the day. Preventing rapid temperature drops & condensation.
4. Prevent diseases in Cyclamen
Implement disease control strategies before entering the darker months. This minimizes the need for spraying when humidity is harder to regulate. When spraying is necessary, do so on well-drying days during low-light periods.
5. Spacing between Cyclamen
Maintain adequate spacing between the Cyclamen persicum plants to facilitate moisture evaporation. Avoid compact growth, which creates ideal conditions for Botrytis. An open plant structure is key during late autumn and winter months.
6. Fertilization strategy
Keep EC above 1 from mid-growth until flowering to reduce root pressure and minimize guttation. Ensure proper calcium levels before entering late autumn for optimal plant strength.
Questions?
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