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Product Description
This beautiful and unusual Dahlia also known as Star or Cartwheel Dahlia has deep red, almost black petals, the depth of their colour enhanced by its startling bright yellow centre. Verrone's Obsidian can be used to electrify your beds and borders, pair with zesty yellows for an eye popping display, or, if a sultry look is prepared arrange with deep burgundy's and purple flowers such as Astrantia Washfield and Hemerocallis Whoopy. Thrives in full sun and preferably in humus-rich, fertile, moist but well drained soil. They will need protection in winter, cover in milder climates or in colder areas lift and store for next year. First grade tubers supplied.
This product is part of our new premium Dahlia range. Bred for their quality, providing you with a premium summer display.
Plant Size
| Mature Height | 100 cm |
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| Mature Spread | 50 cm |
| Plant Spacing | 45 cm |
Planting Notes
| Soil Type | Well drained/light soil |
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Growing at a glance…
Dahlia tubers can be planted outdoors, 10cm deep in fertile well-drained soil in spring when the frost has disappeared. They prefer to be in a sunny location and spaced at approximately 45cm apart. In areas where there is extreme cold, dig up dahlias and store in potting compost over the winter. Apply a high potash fertiliser every few weeks in the summer to help growth. Dead head when necessary.