Dahlia Cactus 'Rainbow Silence' (1 tuber) – An explosion of colors! 🌈 Proposed by Van Noort
Dahlia Cactus 'Rainbow Silence' is a real floral firework! With its elongated petals changing from a bright pink to a luminous yellow center , it lights up the garden all summer long. Its spectacular two-tone effect makes it a perfect choice for sunny borders and vibrant summer bouquets . Its generous flowering and high resistance to deer make it a dahlia as hardy as it is beautiful !
🌱 Characteristics of the variety
📏 Height : 90 cm (36")
🌸 Flower size : 15 cm (6")
☀️ Exposure : Full sun
🌡 Hardiness : Not hardy (dig up the tubers before winter)
🦌 Deer Resistance : Yes (not on their favorite menu!)
💧 Water requirements : Medium to low (slightly dry to moist soil)
📍 Ideal soil : Loamy or sandy, well drained, acidic to neutral pH
📦 Quantity : 1 tuber
🌿 Planting and growing Dahlia 'Rainbow Silence'
🔹 When to plant?
🗓️ From March to May , after the last frosts.
🔹 Where to plant it?
✔️ In open ground : Ideal for colorful beds and sunny borders .
✔️ In pots : Suitable for large, well-drained planters.
🔹 How to plant?
1️⃣ Soak the tuber in water a few hours before planting.
2️⃣ Plant 4 cm deep , spacing the plants 50 cm apart.
3️⃣ Stake tall stems to prevent them from bending under the weight of the flowers.
4️⃣ Water sparingly , as soil that is too wet can cause the tubers to rot.
💡 Tip : Combine it with red or orange Dahlias for a bright and dynamic effect in your flowerbeds!
🌿 Dahlia 'Rainbow Silence' Care
💦 Watering : Moderate , let the soil dry between two waterings.
🌱 Fertilizer : Add a potassium-rich fertilizer every two weeks for abundant flowering.
✂️ Pruning : Remove faded flowers to encourage new growth.
❄️ Wintering :
✔️ Dig up the tubers in the fall , let them dry and store them in a cool, dry place.
💡 Why choose Dahlia 'Rainbow Silence'?
✅ Bright and unique bloom
✅ Perfect for illuminating a flower bed with its intense colors
✅ Ideal for bouquets with its graphic and original flowers
✅ Deer resistant and easy to maintain
✨ Bring a touch of dynamism and light to your garden with the Dahlia 'Rainbow Silence'! ✨
🌿 Combine with yellow, red or white Dahlias for a garden full of contrasts and vitality! 😊
