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Dahlia variabilis Figaro
  • 1 packet (30 seeds)
  • Despatch: Within 14 Days
  • Price: £2.69
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Dahlia variabilis Figaro

Half-hardy Annual

  • Flowers in : Summer
  • Germination : Easy
  • Aftercare : Easy
  • Ideal for : Baskets, Bedding, Borders, Containers, Patios
  • Height : 12 inches

Description

Significantly dwarfer, earlier and more uniform habit than Rigoletto (its nearest rival) with a high percentage of fully double blooms in an amazing range of colours. A compact and uniform bedding variety. Flowers summer to autumn. Height 30cm (12in).

Sowing Instructions

Sow 6mm (žin) deep late winter to early spring at 21-24C (70-75F) in a good seed compost. Keep soil damp but not wet, sealing in a polythene bag after sowing is helpful. Germination usually takes 7-10 days.

Growing Instructions

When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow on in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out, after all risk of 'frost, 30cm (12in) apart in a sunny spot on any good moisture retentive soil.