How to divide cyclamen

Cyclamen division time

Cyclamen belongs to the Primulaceae family. It is a relatively common flower and is very ornamental. There are many varieties, including large-flowered, flat-petaled, and Rococo types. When dividing the plants, it is usually done in August or September each year, and the pots must be changed at the same time.

Cyclamen division propagation method

When propagating cyclamen by division, you need to remove it from the pot first, then clear the soil at the roots, then cut the tuber vertically from the top into several pieces, and each piece should have buds on it. After cutting, you need to apply wood ash on the wound and wait for it to dry before planting.

Steps to divide cyclamen

1. When dividing cyclamen, you need to use sterilized scissors, and cut each tuber into blocks longitudinally according to the distribution of buds. Each block must have young buds and be healthy and complete.

2. After dividing and cutting the cyclamen, you need to use wood ash or sulfur powder to disinfect the wound to prevent the wound from rotting. After the wound is dry, you can transplant it.

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After cyclamen is divided, it needs a suitable temperature environment for maintenance. It will take root and sprout in about a month. It needs sufficient sunlight at ordinary times and the soil should be kept moist. This will allow it to grow well and bloom in the same year.