Dahlia variabilis Showpiece Mixed Hybrids

Half-hardy Annual

• Flowers in : Summer
• Germination : Easy
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Bedding, Borders, Cut Flowers
• Height : 4 feet 6 inches

Description

Several plants from this seed have won prizes on the show bench in USA, UK, Australia and New Zealand. This breeding produces sensational miniature decorative dahlias, very double and 3-4in across of a quality normally associated only with the most carefully selected of vegetatively propagated varieties. They have straight, strong stems and are remarkably floriferous in rich, bright colours including gold, crimson, purple, apricot and many shades of red and pink.

Sowing Instructions

Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 65-70F (18-20C). Sowing Depth: 1/16 inch (1.5mm). Sowing Time: February to March. 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.