Blumenzwiebelbuch Herbst 2017/2018 (englisch)

Autumn flowering bulbs – continued
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Cyclamen (Primulaceae)
OP 50 bulbs | Delivery from start of August | Note the regulations relating to species conservation
Cyclamen were one of the very first plants on our earth. There are around 17 species native to
southern central Europe and the Mediterranean region. In their habitat, most of the species grow in
semi-shaded spots in front of rock faces, among foliage and in coniferous woods, and often also in
gravel under moderate sun.
Cyclamen need a semi-shaded location, well-draining, humus-rich, chalky soil. After planting, the
bulbs should be covered by just 3 - 5 cm of soil. In winter, cover to protect against frost and cold
winds. For them to multiply well, the plants should remain in the same place over years. If you leave
the autumn foliage and use it as mulch, fertilising is practically unnecessary.
cilicicum, [1872] pale pink
H = 10-12 cm, FT: IX-XI, scented 55 47 70 15/+
hederifolium, [1583] pink 55 47 74 25/30
H = 13-15 cm, FT: IX-XII, scented 55 47 75 15/20
hederifolium album, [1601] white
H = 13-15 cm, FT: IX-XI 55 47 76 10/+
neapolitanum, see hederifolium
Cyclamen cilicicum
Sternbergia (Iridaceae)
OP 50 and 250 bulbs | Delivery from start of August
| Note the regulations relating to species conservation
lutea (autumn daffodil), [1601] bright yellow,
crocus-like flowers for autumn bloom. The
glossy, pale green leaves develop early in the
autumn
H = 15-25 cm, FT: IX-X 55 91 40 8/10
Cyclamen hederifolium
Cyclamen hederifolium album
Crocus speciosus “Oxonian”
Sternbergia lutea