Dahlia pinnata

Dahlia NH David Howard

R170.00

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Dahlia David Howard is a Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit winner with dark purple foliage and rich orange blooms.

 

1 tuber clump per packet.

 

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    Flower type:Focal
    Flower size:10 cm
    Life cycle:Tender Perennial
    Climate:Thrives in warm temperatures.
    Sowing guide:Direct plant the tuber (5-10 cm deep and laid flat) in rich, well-drained soil in September / October (once the soil has warmed). If you want to start them earlier in pots (August), plant them the same way and keep the pot in a warmer spot (protected from cold and rain). In both cases, if the soil is very dry when planting, water once and again only after green sprouts are visible above the soil.
    Flower Shape & Category:Decorative Small
    Planting Season:Spring / Summer
    Germination guide:10-14 days at 21 C.
    Flowering time:December to April
    Pinch:Yes, when 30 cm high
    Position:Full Sun
    Final height:110 cm
    Spacing:40 cm

    Growing Tips:

    Provide horisontal plant support when growing in windy areas. Water often in summer and feed regularly with a low Nitrogen fertiliser.


    Harvesting Tips:

    Harvest early morning and into fresh, clean water. A "cut and come again" favourite, dahlias produce for months when harvested frequently. Don't be afraid to cut tall stems so that new growth can branch out from lower down on the plant.

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