Cyclamen Dormancy: Dead or Just Sleeping?

Dormant vs. Dead

Blooms shrivel, leaves yellow/drop → looks dead. Normal! Check:

1. Calendar: summer = dormancy time.
2. Corm: push soil aside. Plump/firm = alive. Soft/shriveled/slimy = dead.

Dormancy Care

• Stop watering at decline. Peat mix: drizzle tiny water occasionally to prevent total dryness (moisten surface only).
• Cool, dim light. Cool temps → better next bloom.

Fall Revival

• Signs of life → brighter spot.
• Water thoroughly + complete liquid fertilizer for flowering plants.
• Keep cool: day ≤65°F (18°C), night ~50°F (10°C).

Dormancy is rest, not death. Proper care brings glorious return.