Dahlia variabilis Pompone Mixed
Dahlia variabilis Pompone Mixed
Half-hardy Annual
- Flowers: Summer
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 48 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Bedding, Border, Cut Flower
Description
Almost 100% pompom. Height 48 inches. Planting distance 27 inches.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | Indoors 8-10 weeks before last spring frost |
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| Sowing depth: | 1/16in (1.5mm) |
Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed sowing mix in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 65-70F (18-20C). Germination usually takes 7-21 days.
Growing Instructions
Transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots when large enough to handle taking care NOT to damage the roots. Harden off and plant out when all risk of frost has passed 30cm (12in) apart. Prefers a moist, well drained soil in full sun.