Picola™ Scarlet Cyclamen

Picola™ Scarlet is the red selection in Syngenta’s Picola cyclamen range. Its exact breeder listing identifies product code 70093714 as Cyclamen persicum. ## Flowers and display The breeder lists its flower color as Red. Syngenta describes Picola as an early-flowering, compact series suited to small pots and packs. 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/es/product/flower/70093714) for selection identity and grower details. ## Growing conditions Syngenta identifies the selection as a compact cyclamen for small containers; its product information lists an upright habit and sun/shade exposure. 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.