Sponsor a display of Cyclamen
Sponsoring one of Wakehurst's stunning bulb displays is a special way to celebrate the life of a loved one, remember a special anniversary or family event.
Two species of cyclamen planted beneath the oaks at Wakehurst; Cyclamen hederifolium, and Cyclamen coum.
Personal dedication
- All gifts are recorded on Kew's Commemorative Touchscreen Register.
- The register at Wakehurst is in the Millennium Seed Bank.
Introducing Cyclamen
Cyclamen hederifolium is found in Greece and western Turkey, in deciduous woodland and at the margins of coniferous woods. It is frost hardy, flowers in autumn and has beautifully marked leaves that grow through winter and spring. It is one of the best species for garden planting in England. The flowers vary in colour from white through pale pink to a deep magenta, with the leaves varying in size, shape and markings.
Cyclamen coum is found in Turkey, Syria and Israel in similar habitats. Although less tolerant of the UK climate, it will thrive where the soil is not too heavy in light shade. Leaves grow in autumn but flowers do not appear until early in the new year, and like the C. hederifloium, the flowers vary in colour.
Sponsor a display of flowering bulbs - download our commemorative giving form (pdf) or phone us on 0208 332 3200 (Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm) to make a donation by card.
Cyclamen at Wakehurst
Two species of Cyclamen have been planted beneath the oaks at Wakehurst, just past the Visitor Centre, providing a wonderful welcome to the Gardens.
The autumn flowering Cyclamen hederifolium is a mass of pink and white flowers, and as late winter moves to early spring Cyclamen coum come into flower and bring colour and warmth to the Gardens.
Although common in cultivation these beautiful plants are nowadays threatened in the wild.
Sponsor a display of flowering bulbs
These bulb displays are available for sponsorship of £250 each and funds raised will be used for the planting and maintenance of the Gardens. Your dedication will be recorded on the Commemorative Touchscreen Register, located in Kew's Millennium Seed Bank and you will receive a personalised certificate detailing your chosen species.
Sponsor a display of flowering bulbs - download our commemorative giving form (pdf) or phone us on 0208 332 3200 (Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm) to make a donation by card.
Flowering bulbs available at Wakehurst
The five species available to sponsor at Wakehurst are:
1. Snakes’ head fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris)
2. Crocus "Whitewell Purple" (Crocus tommasinianus)
3. Cyclamen hederifolium and Cyclamen coum
4. Wild daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus)
5. Common snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis)
There are also six plant species available to sponsor at Kew Gardens.
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