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Ball Dahlia - Night Queen
D141
Grab a Plant Deals, Ball Dahlia
Description
A stunning decorative ball variety. It produces deep red, crimson flowers that can look almost black in certain lights. Petals form a near perfect circular bloom radiating from the centre. H90cmBall dahlias produce masses of colourful balls that unfold like Christmas decorations. They are larger than pompon dahlias and have a spiral arrangement of curved petals that form a ball or a slightly flattened sphere and are the longest lasting as a cut flower due to their high petal count and firm shape which is not easily damaged during transport.
Dahlias thrive in full sun to part shade and are ideal for pots and containers. They need around six hours of sun daily, with morning sun being ideal. They typically bloom 3-4 months after planting and can flower for months with regular deadheading. These plants are excellent for gardens, featuring long flowering periods, lush foliage, and a variety of colours, shapes, and sizes. Dahlia flowers are great for cutting and last well in vases. Cutting flowers in the morning and taking at least two leaves per stem encourages more blooms and bushy growth. Plant your dahlias in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil, and mix in well-rotted manure before planting. Plant tubers about 10 cm deep and stake tall varieties during planting to avoid root disturbance. Ensure good air circulation between plants. Dahlia tubers don't need to be lifted if the soil is well-drained and doesn't freeze. However, they should be dug up and divided every few years to maintain optimal flowering.
