Dahlia variabilis Double Extreme
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Dahlia variabilis Double Extreme
Half-hardy Annual
- Flowers: Summer
- Position: Full sun
- Height: 24 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Bedding, Border, Containers, Patio, Tubs
Description
Extremely attractive dwarf selection, producing a mass of high quality double and semi double flowers in an rich colour mixture, featuring some unique sunset shades. A stunning addition for beds, borders or containers, providing colour throughout the summer. Height 18 to 24 inches.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | February to April. |
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Sow at 20-25C (68-77F) on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Apply a fine sprinkling of vermiculite, 6mm (¼ inch) deep. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 7-21 days. Do not exclude light at any stage, as this helps germination.
Growing Instructions
Transplant seedlings, when large enough to handle, into trays or 7.5cm (3 inch) pots. Grow on in cooler conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm (12 inches) apart.
Aftercare Instructions
Prefers a moist, well drained soil in full sun. Flowers summer.