Product Description
‘Rancho’ is a vibrant waterlily-type Dahlia with upright stems reaching around 100 cm and a spread of 60 cm. Its lush green foliage frames fully double, open-faced blooms 10-15 cm across, glowing in shades of orange, apricot and yellow, often with a soft copper blush. The layered petals give a sculptural, eye-catching quality that works beautifully in borders or as a focal point.
Flowering from July through October, ‘Rancho’ offers a long-lasting display of bold, warm blooms that are excellent for cut flowers and attract butterflies, adding both colour and wildlife interest to the garden.
Tuberous and half-hardy, it thrives in sunny, well-drained soil and benefits from winter protection in cooler areas. Its fiery tones harmonise with purples, blues or mauves in mixed borders, creating vibrant late-season displays. Dahlia ‘Rancho’ balances structure, colour and pollinator appeal, making it a standout choice for any garden.
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Plant Size
| Mature Height | 90 cm |
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| Mature Spread | 60 cm |
| Plant Spacing | 45 cm |
| Annual Growth | 90 cm |
Planting Notes
| Planting | Plant at approx 10cm deep. |
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| Soil Type | Well drained/light soil |
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.
For further information on growing and caring for dahlias, please refer to our guide on How To Grow Dahlias.