Decorative Dahlia 'LATE' (1 tuber) – A burst of sweetness in your garden!🌸 Proposed by Van Noort
The Decorative Dahlia 'LATE' is an elegant and refined variety that brightens up the beds with its flowers in delicate peach and apricot tones, subtly tinged with pink . Its unique charm makes it a perfect choice for sunny borders, cut flower gardens and sophisticated floral arrangements . Easy to grow, it flowers abundantly from early summer until the first frost , offering a captivating transition of colors throughout the seasons.
🌱 Characteristics of the variety
📏 Height : 100 cm (40")
🌸 Flower size : 10 cm (4")
☀️ Exposure : Full sun
🌡 Hardiness : Not hardy (dig up the tubers before winter)
🦌 Deer Resistance : Low (can be nibbled!)
💧 Water requirements : Medium (moist but well-drained soil)
📍 Ideal soil : Loamy or sandy, acidic to neutral pH
📦 Quantity : 1 tuber
🌿 Planting and growing Dahlia 'LATE'
🔹 When to plant?
🗓️ From March to May , after the last frosts.
🔹 Where to plant it?
✔️ In open ground : Ideal for beds and borders with soft tones.
✔️ In a pot : Use a large, well-drained container for growing on a terrace.
🔹 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 moderately , making sure to keep the soil slightly moist.
💡 Tip : Pair it with white or pink Dahlias for a romantic and luminous effect !
🌿 Dahlia 'LATE' Care
💦 Watering : Keep the soil slightly moist, especially in dry periods.
🌱 Fertilizer : Add a potassium-rich fertilizer every two weeks for abundant flowering.
✂️ Pruning : Remove faded flowers to prolong flowering.
❄️ Wintering :
✔️ Dig up the tubers in the fall , let them dry and store them in a cool, dry place.
💡 Why choose the Dahlia 'LATE'?
✅ Long and generous flowering
✅ Ideal for bouquets thanks to its long hold
✅ Apricot and soft pink tones, perfect for a refined garden
✅ Easy to grow and maintain
✨ Add a touch of softness and elegance to your garden with the Dahlia 'LATE'! ✨
