Merita™ Red Cyclamen

Merita™ Red is the red selection in Syngenta’s Merita cyclamen range. Its exact breeder listing identifies product code 70093756 as Cyclamen persicum. ## Flowers and display The breeder lists its flower color as Red. Syngenta describes Merita as a compact, mounded series for cool-season use and lists Red (70093756) among the named color selections. The cultivar suits seasonal container displays, with flowering concentrated in the cool part of the year. See the [exact Syngenta product listing](https://www.syngentaflowers.com/emea/it/product/flower/70019003) for selection identity and grower details. ## Growing conditions Keep the plant in bright filtered light and cool conditions; the breeder describes Merita as a cool-season flowering product. For indoor display or a sheltered container, use bright filtered light and keep the plant cool. Water when the mix begins to dry, avoiding the crown and allowing excess water to drain. The [North Carolina Extension guide](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/cyclamen-persicum/) notes that summer dormancy is normal and watering should be reduced as leaves die back. ## Maintenance Remove faded flowers and yellowing leaves at their base to keep the display tidy; North Carolina Extension notes that removing spent flowers can encourage continued bloom. Reduce watering during the natural summer rest and resume as new growth returns.