Cyclamen 'hederifolium' (ivy-leaved cyclamen)

Delivery begins from 14 September 2026
Spring flowering bulbs and plants are scheduled to begin delivery from 14 September 2026.

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hederifolium, often admired for its pink colouring, is a bulb variety especially well suited to naturalising.

Cyclamen hederifolium is a quietly luxurious woodland cyclamen, admired for its ivy-shaped leaves brushed with silver marbling and its poised, pink, nodding blooms. Flowers often arrive ahead of—or alongside—the foliage, bringing a refined lift to late summer and early autumn, just as the garden begins to soften.

Equally at home naturalised beneath deciduous trees and shrubs or arranged in a handsome pot near the doorstep, it settles into a neat clump over time and returns with reassuring regularity.

  • Seasonal flourish: pink flowers from August–October
  • Foliage interest: green leaves with elegant silver marbling
  • Placement: ideal for woodland edges, underplanting and containers
  • Reliable character: fully hardy, easy to grow, and pollinator friendly
Botanical name Cyclamen hederifolium
Flower colour Pink
Bulb size 10/12cm
Established height 10cm
Established spread 0.1-0.5m
Plant spacing 10-15cm
Leaf colour Green with silver marbling
Habit Clump-forming
Life cycle Perennial
Hardiness Fully Hardy
Years to establish 2-3 years
Sunlight Partial Sun
Position Woodland edge; under shrubs and deciduous trees; sheltered spot
Suitable for Naturalising, Containers, Woodland gardens, Underplanting
Soil acidity Any
Soil moisture Well-drained
Soil type Loam
RHS Award (AGM) Yes
Growing skill Easy
Pollinator-friendly Yes
Deer resistant Yes

Where to Plant:

Cyclamen 'hederifolium' (ivy-leaved cyclamen) needs partial sun and a warm, sheltered position for the best flowering. Plant into fertile, humus-rich soil that drains well, and choose a spot protected from strong winds, especially for taller varieties.

How to Plant:

Plant bulb from September to December once conditions are suitable. Set them at the correct depth for the variety, spacing 10-15cm apart where relevant, then firm in gently and water well after planting.

Aftercare:

Water regularly in dry weather and feed every two to three weeks once buds appear. Stake taller stems early and deadhead to keep plants flowering. After flowering, allow foliage to die back naturally before lifting or protecting bulb according to local conditions.

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Key Features

Packed in paper

Packed peat-free

Great for Shade

Attracts wildlife

RHS Award (AGM)

Naturalising

Cyclamen 'hederifolium' (ivy-leaved cyclamen) - Harding & Bloom

Cyclamen 'hederifolium' (ivy-leaved cyclamen)

£8.29

£8.29

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Arrived quickly and well-packaged. Planted them in some pots on the patio and they all came up. Look beautiful. Thank you!

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