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<i>Dahlia</i> 'Dark Spirit'
<i>Dahlia</i> 'Dark Spirit'

Dahlia 'Dark Spirit'

decorative dahlia

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The rich colouring of the flowerheads adds depth and body to the colour palette, while their neat, uniform...

1 × tuber
£5.49
available to order from winter
3 × tubers
£12.50 £16.47
available to order from winter
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Plant description

The rich colouring of the flowerheads adds depth and body to the colour palette, while their neat, uniform shape provides structural interest. A stunning addition to the border, it will also flourish in a pot on a sunny patio - and the flowers will last for ages when cut for the vase.

Eventual height & spread

Eventual height and spread

Flowering period

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Plant features

Position

Full sun

Rate of growth

Fast-growing

Soil

Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil

Hardiness

Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)

How to care for Dahlia Dark Spirit:

Dahlia tubers can be planted outside after frost, or started off in pots under glass in late winter to early spring. Plant them horizontally approximately 12cm deep, making sure the ‘eyes’ are uppermost. Allow enough room between each tuber so the plants can grow and spread to their full size without being overcrowded. While in growth, provide a high-nitrogen liquid feed each week in June, then a high-potash fertiliser each week from July to September. Stake with canes or brushwood if it becomes necessary. In mild areas, leave them in situ over winter, but protect the crown with a generous layer of dry mulch. In colder areas, carefully lift and clean the tubers once the first frosts have blackened the foliage and allow them to dry naturally indoors. Then place the dry tubers in a shallow tray, just covered with slightly moist potting compost, sand or vermiculite and store in a frost-free place until planting out again.

Warning

Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten

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