A noble, luxurious and very gentle cyclamen with lovely fragile flowers resembling butterfly wings is the true pride of any grower. However, achieving a lush and long-term flowering of culture in an apartment is not so simple, because she needs special care and constant care. For what reasons cyclamen does not bloom, and how to properly care for it, let's figure it out.

Features of cyclamen care

Cyclamen, or alpine violet, is a perennial culture of the primrose family, whose homeland is considered to be the northeastern regions of Africa. The flower is widespread in Turkey, Iran, the Mediterranean countries. There are more than 20 varieties of plants in the world, but at home several of them are most often cultivated at home: European cyclamen, Persian, and several hybrid forms.Among beginner gardeners, there is an opinion that alpine violet is too demanding and capricious in care. Of course, there are some difficulties in growing perennials, but you can easily cope with them if you study the main rules of plant agricultural technology.

When caring for cyclamen, it is recommended to pay attention to the following aspects:

• the plant negatively refers to high temperature indicators and grows well at temperatures that vary between + 6 ... + 12 ° C;
• tubers of faded cyclamen cannot be stored in a refrigerator, otherwise they will not wake up during subsequent planting;
• Do not expose the flower to direct sunlight, as the foliage can get burns;
• when planting, it is impossible to deepen the tuber into the ground completely, it is necessary to leave at least 1/3 of the bulb;
• the culture does not respond well to the high salt content in the soil, therefore, fertilizer should be treated with great caution;
• the capacity for planting a flower should be small, otherwise all valuable substances will go to the root system, and not to the development of flowers.

The life cycle of a plant consists of two phases: flowering (active phase) and dormancy. In order for cyclamen to be able to rejoice with lush flowering for a long time, it is necessary to ensure high-quality care in the appropriate periods of its development.

Did you know? In the XVIII century. the alpine violet was given the name "pork bread." People noticed that the pigs were tearing up the soil and specifically looking for tubers and root shoots of the perennial in it, which they enjoyed with great pleasure.

Why cyclamen does not bloom at home

The lack of flowering in alpine violets can be due to various reasons, but most of them are associated with non-compliance with the rules for growing perennials.

Incorrect lighting

One of the most common reasons for the lack of flowering in a plant is improper lighting and too high temperature indicators in the room. Culture prefers cool temperatures throughout the year. The optimal indicators for its maintenance are + 6 ... + 12 ° С. Of course, maintaining such a low temperature at home is not always possible, therefore, experts advise placing the cyclamen pot in the northern part of the apartment, where the temperature rarely rises above + 14 ... + 16 ° С.

Important! At high temperatures from +25°With perennial experiencing extreme stress and may die at all.

Alpine violet refers to photophilous plants, but negatively reacts to direct sunlight, which can cause burns to foliage and wilting buds. When keeping a flower on the west or south side of the apartment, it should arrange for additional shading. In the autumn-spring period, when there is a shortage of sunlight, perennials need to provide backlighting using traditional fluorescent lamps.

Humidity of air or soil

Cyclamen prefers to grow in conditions of high humidity from 75%, therefore, very fond of frequent spraying of foliage. The installation of special humidifying devices, additional sources of moisture - water tanks, decorative fountains, aquariums with fish also helps to cope with dry air. But culture is extremely negative towards waterlogged soil. Even one excessive watering can provoke rotting of the root system and, as a result, the death of the plant.

Wrong watering

One of the main conditions for growing cyclamen is considered to be properly organized irrigation, the need for which is determined by the state of the soil. It is very important to maintain a balance of moisture in the earth and to prevent both its excessive waterlogging and drying out. In this case, a short drought will be safer for the flower than even a single overmoistening, which can provoke the development of fungal diseases. Water the flower should be necessary, 2-3 times a week in the summer and 1 time in the winter, focusing on the drying of the topsoil.

Important! You can hope for lush flowering if you plant a flower in a tight container. The distance between the walls of the pot and the tuber should be 2–2.5 cm. For planting bulbs 1 year old, containers with a diameter of 7 should be selected–8 cm, for onion 2–3 years - diameter 13–14 cm

Oversupply or deficiency of fertilizers

In the phase of active growth, i.e., during the flowering period, cyclamen needs regular top dressing, which should be carried out every two weeks. As fertilizers, it is recommended to use store-bought complex preparations designed for flowering crops. Again, when feeding, experts advise strictly adhering to the indicated dosages.An excess or deficit of fertilizers equally affects the condition of the flower. In a soil saturated with mineral salts, the plant can undergo various bacterial or fungal ailments, and with a lack of nutrients it can stop the growth and budding. During the winter "hibernation" of dressing, it is enough to make twice less often - 1 time per month.

Incorrect plant transplant

Incorrect transplantation of cyclamen can also adversely affect its flowering. It must be remembered that for budding a plant needs a large supply of nutrients, which it can replenish from high-quality fresh soil mixtures. That is why experienced growers are advised to transplant perennials every 2-3 years. The first, main signal for transplantation is the appearance of hook-shaped leaf primordia over tubers.

Did you know? In ancient times, cyclamen was called the "flower of King Solomon." When he first saw the described amazing plant, the king ordered to cast his crown in the form of perennial flowers.

The transplant procedure is carried out according to the following algorithm:

1. Transplantation measures are carried out at the end of the dormant period, before the plant vegetation phase.
2. Choose a small pot, which is treated with any disinfectant solution. It is not recommended to select too deep or wide containers, otherwise the flower may rot and cease to bloom.
3. A layer of drainage is lined at the bottom of the pot using expanded clay or pebbles.
4. On top of the drainage layer, a layer of nutritious soil is poured, which is purchased in flower shops or prepared independently from sheet soil, humus, peat and river sand mixed in proportions of 3: 1: 1: 1. Self made soil must be disinfected.
5. A tuber is laid on the ground and sprinkled with soil so that its third remains on the surface.
6. The plant is watered with a weak solution of potassium permanganate and well tamped.

The first top dressing after transplantation is recommended to be made after one month.

Video: cyclamen transplant

What to do and how to make cyclamen blossom

Beginning flower growers often wonder what to do in the absence of flowering and how to make the plant produce buds. First of all, you must comply with all the basic requirements for caring for the crop:

• temperature condition;
• humidity and watering;
• fertilizer application;
• pruning and transplanting.

Did you know? In ancient times, it was believed that cyclamen brings joy, inspiration, peace and harmony to the house. It was also used as a symbol from the evil eye.

In addition, you should find out the reasons for the lack of flowers and:

• reduce the temperature in the room;
• stop watering and feeding on time;
• transplant the plant into a new container with a new substrate, it is possible to choose a container with a smaller volume;
• rearrange the flower pot in a shaded place;
• inspect the foliage and flowers of the plant for pests, mold, fungal infections.

Preventative measures

To prevent many diseases of cyclamen, as well as the lack of flowering will help number of preventive measures:

1. Mandatory alpine violet must be transplanted into a new pot with new soil after purchase in a store. In store conditions, plants are grown in special substrates that are not suitable for perennial growth at home.
2. The culture must be kept in a cool microclimate, to provide it with moderate watering and diffuse lighting for at least 12 hours a day.
3. Do not allow stagnation of water in the ground, too high temperature indicators in the room and dry air.
4. Perennial watering should be carried out only in the pan to avoid root decay.
5. Once a month, it is advised to water the plant with a weak solution of potassium permanganate, which will make it possible to prevent the development of ailments and parasites, as well as strengthen immunity.
6. The dosage of nitrogen-based fertilizers should be reduced if perennial leaves grow and flowers do not appear.
7. When propagating the flower, the tuber separation method cannot be used, otherwise the culture will die immediately.

Useful tips for plant care

It is quite possible to grow a healthy, beautiful cyclamen, pleasing with long and lush flowering, if you follow the recommendations of experienced flower growers to care for it:

1. If the leaves turn yellow and the flowers wilt, it is necessary to lower the temperature indicators in the room below + 18 ° C, check the condition of the soil, if it has dried out.
2. In order to prevent the appearance of fungi and mold, it is necessary to control the humidity in the room and arrange a regular airing of the flower.
3. When deformed, small leaves are formed on the flower, it is necessary to examine it for the presence of pests - spider mites, aphids, and thrips. If parasites are found, you need to remove the affected leaves, treat the flower with any insecticidal preparations.
4. With severe waterlogging of the soil, it should be dried and the frequency of watering reduced.
5. If the flowering has ended too early, then the cause may be high temperature indicators in the room. In this case, the perennial needs to be moved to a cooler place and complex fertilizers should be applied.

Despite some difficulties in caring for cyclamen, it can not be called too demanding flower. Maintaining the necessary temperature parameters in the room, good humidity and lighting, providing the plant with proper watering and competent dressing, even a novice grower will be able to grow a beautiful perennial with exotic butterfly flowers.