Cyclamen 'Ruby Star'

Cyclamen coum 'Ruby Star' delights with rich purple-pink flowers that emerge during the earliest months of the year, bringing life and colour to the winter garden. Attractive heart-shaped leaves with decorative markings continue to provide beautiful ground cover after flowering. This long-lived plant performs best in humus-rich soil in partially shaded to fully shaded locations.

Care/Water

Cyclamen coum 'Ruby Star' requires consistent moisture during the growing season. Soil should be humus-rich and well-drained. Regular watering in winter and spring promotes healthy growth.

Maintenance

Remove faded flowers and leaves to keep the plant tidy and vigorous. Light pruning after flowering supports new bud formation. Avoid over-fertilizing; mild spring feeding is sufficient.

Location

Prefers partially shaded to shaded areas, protected from strong midday sun. Well-drained soil is essential. Ideal for rock gardens, borders, or shady beds.

Tip

Mulching helps retain soil moisture. Cyclamen coum 'Ruby Star' attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies. Can be grown in pots or in garden beds.

Cyclamen coum 'Ruby Star' is a decorative plant with pink flowers, enhancing beds, borders, and group plantings. It provides charming accents and vibrant garden areas.

The plant prefers partially shaded locations.