Dahlia Polka
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I have a weak spot for Dahlias with this type of flower. These Dahlias, known as Anemone-flowered, have inviting, open-hearted blooms. While many Dahlias do their utmost to look as neat as possible with tightly formed flowers, these so-called Anemone-flowered varieties are freer and happier, more relaxed and cheerful. To dance the Polka with this Dahlia, the hedge doesn’t need to be trimmed so neatly, and tidy edges along the grass aren’t really necessary either. When the Polka blooms with her many cheerful flowers, it’s a party time in the garden, and no one pays too much attention to tidiness.
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Planting and caring for dahlia tubers
Plant dahlia tubers in spring once the risk of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Choose a sunny position with nutrient-rich, well-drained soil. Place the tubers with the old stem or growing point facing upwards and cover them with approximately 5 cm of soil. Depending on the mature height of the variety, leave around 30 to 50 cm between the tubers.
Plant dahlias in a generously sized container with good drainage. They need regular watering during warm summer weather, but the tubers should not remain in wet soil for prolonged periods.
Read our complete guide to when and how to plant and care for dahlia tubers.
Our Dahlia tubers become available towards the end of the year for the following summer season. You can order them in advance, and we begin shipping from early March so they arrive in time for spring planting.
Dahlias are planted in spring after the last night frost, once the soil has warmed sufficiently. We recommend waiting until the soil temperature is around 15°C before planting.
Yes. Dahlias grow very well in pots. Choose a generously sized container, as Dahlias need plenty of water during warm summer weather and larger pots dry out less quickly.
Dahlias prefer a sunny position and well-drained soil. Large-flowered Dahlias in particular benefit from plenty of light and warmth, which helps them produce more flowers and bloom for longer.
Yes. Dahlia tubers can be started in pots indoors from March in a bright position. Once the risk of night frost has passed, the plants can be moved outside and planted in the garden.
For several Dahlia varieties, we recommend regularly removing faded flowers and seed heads. This encourages the plant to continue producing new flowers throughout the season.