Cyclamen easily goes dormant in summer; care for it this way and next year its flower buds will cover the branches
In summer, cyclamen goes dormant, and at this time it needs a trim, which can help it get through the summer. Summer temperatures are very high, and the plant likes warmth, so cooling measures should be taken when necessary. Then there is watering: water less during dormancy. In addition, because pests and diseases are prone to breeding in summer, some protective measures need to be taken.
1. Trim in time
When summer arrives, cyclamen enters its dormant period. Therefore, before summer arrives, a trim must be done. The main task is to cut off its branches and leaves that have turned withered and yellow, as well as the aged and diseased ones; this not only reduces unnecessary nutrient consumption and helps the plant get through the summer, but also makes later growth more vigorous. Besides dead branches and diseased branches, you can also prune its shape according to your specific preferences, removing all the messy branches.
2. Cool it down in time
In summer, the temperature gets very high, and the plant does not like temperatures that are too high. Therefore, as the temperature gradually rises, it is best to move the plant indoors to a place that is not too hot for care. When the temperature gets really too high, cooling measures should be taken. Temperatures that are too high are not good for the plant getting through summer
3. Reduce watering
It is exactly when the plant is dormant, so its demand for water is not too great either. Therefore, both the amount and frequency of our watering should be reduced accordingly. In addition, also avoid the plant being rained on, otherwise root rot easily occurs.
4. Suitable potting soil
When repotting, you can pay attention to this: you can choose sandy soil, preferably containing more humus. In addition, before summer arrives, it is best to loosen the soil.
5. Prevent and control pests and diseases
Summer's high temperature and high humidity make it exactly a season when some pests and diseases occur frequently, so timely prevention and control are essential.