It is well known that the cyclamen does not like to be left on dry ground. Watering is considered the top priority in care. But how often should you use the watering can and what does the frequency depend on?
How often do you need to water cyclamen?
Cyclamens should be watered as soon as the top layer of soil has dried out. The frequency of watering depends on the location, substrate, season, vegetation phase and age of the plant. Incorrect watering can lead to disease and pest infestation.
The watering frequency depends on many factors
Basically you can follow the following advice: Only water the cyclamen when the top layer of soil has dried out. You should definitely avoid leaving the tuber and its roots in the dry. This is deadly for cyclamen!
The following factors, among others, affect the frequency of watering:
- Location (indoor or outdoor, sun or shade, etc.)
- Substrate
- Season
- Vegetation phase (flowering period, growth period, rest period)
- Age of plant (seedling or adult)
Tips & Tricks
If the cyclamen is watered too often or too rarely, it becomes more susceptible to diseases and pest infestation. This is especially true for cyclamens in the apartment.
