Dahlia pinnata
Dahlia Homegrown Nicholas
R120.00
Dahlia Nicholas has a medium decorative size bloom with beautiful soft tints of soft pastel hues.
1 tuber clump per packet.
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Flower type: | Focal |
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Flower size: | 15 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 Medium |
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: | 130 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.