The Decorative Orange Dahlia is a tuberous perennial known for its large, layered blooms and fiery hue. It thrives in full sun and rich, well-draining soil, typically growing 70 to 120 cm tall. These eye-catching flowers bloom from summer to late autumn and make excellent additions to radiant bouquets. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Care & Planting Tips
- Planting Time: Best planted after the last frost or between October and December depending on your region. [1, 2, 3]
- Depth & Spacing: Bury the tuber (often called a bulb) about 8 cm deep, with the growing points (eyes) facing up. Space plants roughly 15 to 40 cm apart. [1, 2, 3, 4]
- Sun & Soil: Requires full sunlight (6–8 hours daily) and loamy, well-drained soil. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
- Watering & Support: Water every 3–4 days while establishing. Tall varieties may need staking to prevent them from breaking under the weight of their large, heavy blooms. [1, 2]
