Plant name: Dahlia Café au Lait
Category: Bulbs, perennial
Plant family: Dahlia
Light preference: Full sun
Soil preference: Loam, sand, clay; acid, alkaline, neutral; moist but well-drained
Size:
- 1 metre height
- 0.3-0.6 metre spread
Flowering month: July - Oct
Description:
Huge, pillowy flowers which open pale pink then fade to the perfect colour: a warm cream-blush, which mixes well with so many different colour combinations.
Care:
Dahlias are easy to grow and simply require well-drained soil and a sunny position. However, we recommend digging in manure or compost and topping with general purpose fertiliser for optimum results.
Current condition: Early signs of sprouting!