Detailed Guide to Caring for Cyclamen During Its Autumn Dormancy

It is around September when the weather turns cool, and this is when cyclamen enters its dormant period. At this time, give it a small amount of water, just enough to keep the soil moist, and also repot it with fresh soil without damaging the roots.

Potted cyclamen

1. Control Watering

When it is in its dormant period, as the weather turns cool in September, water it sparingly, keeping the potting soil moist; this meets its water needs for everyday care.

Cyclamen

2. Repotting and Changing the Soil

In September, repot it promptly. First water it thoroughly, then tip the old tuber out of the original pot, remove the old soil around it, and replace it with fresh soil. When changing the soil, try not to harm the plant's root system; just remove the dead and rotten old roots.

Repotting and changing the soil

3. Disinfecting the Tuber

After the tuber is taken out, soak it in disinfectant solution for about 10-15 minutes to disinfect it and prevent infection by pathogens. Then take it out and place it in a cool, well-ventilated spot to dry naturally, then replant it in the pot; this will break its dormancy.

The tuber after drying and disinfection

4. Everyday Care

After the tuber is planted, spray it with water 2-3 times promptly. From then on, simply keep the soil moist every day, and make sure 1/3 of the tuber is exposed above the soil. During later care, prevent attacks by pests and diseases; you can spray with a suitable medicinal solution. To maintain an attractive flower shape, you can adjust the plant's form appropriately and remove the withered yellow old leaves, so that it grows better.

Cyclamen