Cyclamen coum Persian Violet Bulbs
Best choice for gardeners seeking early spring color in woodland settings.
These butterfly-like blooms are the ultimate late-winter wake-up call for a dormant garden. While they require a bit of patience to establish, their ability to self-seed and naturalize into lush, silvery-marbled colonies makes them a low-maintenance investment for any woodland-inspired landscape.
$33.95
Who it's for
- Landscapers wanting low-maintenance, self-spreading perennial ground cover
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color during the dormant winter months
- Homeowners looking to fill difficult, shaded garden patches
Who should skip it
- Novice planters needing foolproof, low-maintenance bulb varieties
- Impatient gardeners expecting immediate, full-scale blooms
- Budget-conscious buyers planning to cover large garden areas
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Longevity
Provides reliable, early-season color when most of the garden remains dormant.
Naturalization Potential
Readily self-seeds to create lush, expanding colonies over successive years.
Maintenance Ease
A low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal intervention once established.
Shade Adaptability
Perfect for brightening dark woodland corners where other flowers struggle.
Visual Texture
Silvery marbled foliage adds interest even when the plant isn't blooming.
Pollinator Utility
Offers a vital early nectar source for emerging butterflies and insects.
Key Specs
Item Form
Bulb
Mature Height
12 inches
Mature Width
8 inches
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Light Requirements
Part Shade, Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Planting Depth
2 to 3 inches deep
Spacing
6 inches apart
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
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