Rotten tubers, prematurely dried flowers, yellow leaves - anyone who waters the cyclamen incorrectly will soon have to bear the consequences for their actions. But how do you do it right? How should cyclamens be watered?
How should you water cyclamen properly?
Water cyclamen correctly: For outdoor cyclamen, only water in dry times and when it is hot; Provide potted cyclamens with water regularly, especially during flowering. Water from below, avoid flowers and leaves and use low-lime water.
Watering outdoor cyclamens
Cyclamens that are grown outdoors need to be watered less often. They should receive increased attention, especially during their flowering period. Basically, they only need to be watered in dry times and in summer heat.
Watering potted cyclamen
When it comes to cyclamen in a pot, things look different. Watering is the be-all and end-all here. Such cyclamens should be provided with plenty of water both in summer (resting time) and in autumn, winter and spring. They are watered the most during the flowering period.
Watering frequency: less in winter
The frequency of watering depends, among other things, on the location with its incidence of light, its humidity and heat as well as the substrate. Basically, you need to water less in winter.
Watering correctly: How does it work?
When watering the cyclamen, you should consider the following aspects:
- don't water the flowers
- do not water the leaves
- do not water the tuber
- watering from below
- pour away excess water
- Use lime-free or lime-containing water
When does watering play a crucial role?
Watering is important not only during the flowering period. Watering is also crucial after planting, repotting, propagating and fertilizing. If you water incorrectly, you increase the risk of diseases such as gray mold.
Tips & Tricks
Alternatively, you can dip a potted cyclamen into water. To do this, take the pot and place it briefly in a bowl filled with water. But be careful: Do not allow the above-ground parts of the plant to submerge!
