ivy leaf cyclamen

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ivy leaf cyclamen
Common Name
ivy leaf cyclamen
Scientific Name
Cyclamen hederifolium
Description

Scented rose-pink or white flowers bloom in late summer and early fall before the leaves emerge; ornamental silver-marked foliage sparkles in dry shady gardens; tolerates a wide variety of soil types and can also grow well in containers.

California Native
No
All-Star
Yes
Type
Perennial
Size
Small
Sun Exposure:
Part Shade
Shade
Water Needs:
Very Low
Low
Bloom Season(s):
Summer
Fall
Wildlife Value(s):
None
Pruning Needs

little or none