Dahlia variabilis Redskin
Dahlia variabilis Redskin
Half-hardy Annual
- Flowers: Summer
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 15 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Baskets, Bedding, Border, Containers, Patio, Tubs
Description
Very double, compact free-flowering with maroon to bronzy-green foliage. A particularly good combination with marigolds.
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, in full sun. Prefers a moist, well drained soil.