The Dahlia Decorative – Edna Comstock is a renowned, large formal decorative dahlia featuring vibrant yellow, “bouffant”-style blooms. Hybridized in the USA in 1968, the plant grows to about 90 cm (3 ft) in height, produces massive 15–20 cm flowers, and is a successful exhibition variety. [1, 2]
Key Plant Characteristics
Bulb/Tuber Care & Planting
- Planting Depth: Place tubers with the growing points facing down at a depth of about 8 cm.
- Spacing: Space your bulbs 15–40 cm apart.
- Soil: They require loose, well-draining soil rich in sand and compost.
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
- Water & Feeding: Water deeply every three days and feed every two weeks with a liquid fertilizer. Stop watering in May (or winter) to allow the bulb to go dormant and prevent rot
