Dahlia ‘Autumn Shades Mix’

Enjoy this sumptuous mix of autumnal shades balancing vibrant coral pinks against deep maroons. Contrasting flower shapes add interest, with the spiky silhouette of cactus dahlia set against the spherical heads of pompon varieties. Chosen for their free flowering nature and versatility, these dahlias will pump out flowers from midsummer to the first frosts and are equally suited to borders or containers. All of them feature sturdy, branching stems giving you armfuls of flowers for long-lasting indoor displays.

Dahlia ‘Autumn Shades Mix’  comprises the following five varieties:

• Dahlia ‘Nuit d’Eté’ – Dramatic, dark burgundy blooms adorn this striking cactus dahlia. Height: 100cm (39″). Spread: 60cm (24″).
• Dahlia ‘Pacific View’ – Sunset colours of salmon-pink with yellow centres on blooms 8-10cm across. Height: 90-120cm (36 – 48 inches). Spread: 60cm (24in).
• Dahlia ‘Waltzing Matilda’ – Slightly twirling petals in a sophisticated coral pink, flaming to a deeper hue around the margins, held above purplish-black foliage. Height: 75cm (30in). Spread: 50cm (20in).
• Dahlia ‘Maroon Fox’ – A perfectly formed miniature pompom dahlia with velvety deep maroon flowers. Height: 60-90cm (24-36in). Spread: 50cm (20in
• Dahlia ‘Ivanetti’ – Miniature pompom dahlia with deep purplish-crimson flowers.

 

 

Enjoy this sumptuous mix of autumnal shades balancing vibrant coral pinks against deep maroons. Plant Dahlia tubers outdoors in April after all risk of frost has passed. Choose a sunny position in moist well drained soil. Prepare the soil by digging in plenty of well rotted manure or compost. Plant tubers at a depth of 15cm (6″) and water well. Alternatively, start tubers into growth in pots of compost in a frost free greenhouse. Transplant them into their final positions outdoors in June.