Rainier™ Scarlet Imp. Cyclamen

Rainier™ Scarlet Imp. is an upright, large-flowered Persian cyclamen with red blooms on strong stems. Syngenta lists this Rainier Scarlet selection for 13–20 cm containers ([Rainier Scarlet product page](https://www.syngentaflowers.com/emea/product/flower/70077439)). ### Flowers and placement The broad red flowers make a bright seasonal accent for a pot, window box, or sheltered entrance. Rainier is bred for large flowers and sturdy stems, with cool, low-light culture and larger containers recommended. Persian cyclamen is frost tender and typically flowers in the cool season; species guidance gives an early-winter-to-spring window Persian cyclamen is frost tender and generally flowers in the cool season; species guidance gives an early-winter-to-spring window ([NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/cyclamen-persicum/common-name/florists-cyclamen/)). ### Growing conditions Set the pot in bright indirect light or partial shade and avoid warm rooms or direct afternoon sun. Use well-drained potting mix, watering when the surface begins to dry. Apply water to the soil at the pot’s edge so the crown stays dry, and do not let the container sit in water. Remove fading flowers and leaves; reduce irrigation during summer dormancy and resume when fall growth appears. ## Maintenance