Dahlia NH Manoa
R180.00
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Dahlia Manoa is by far the darkest variety available in our catalogue. Their perfect waterlily shaped blooms are so beguiling, you will find them hard to resist.
1 tuber clump per packet.
3 in stock
Flower type: | Focal |
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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: | 80 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.