China Town Dahlia

Description

The China Town Dahlia is a show-stopping variety that brings bold and vibrant color to your garden. Featuring large, fully double blooms in a striking blend of deep red and white, this dahlia stands out with its eye-catching, dramatic color contrast. The flowers have a distinctive, spiky shape with layers of pointed petals that create an intricate, almost architectural appearance. The China Town Dahlia is ideal for adding energy and a touch of flair to your flower beds, borders, and containers. It also works wonderfully as a cut flower, adding a dramatic focal point to any bouquet.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Height: Grows to a height of 90–110 cm, perfect for creating a tall, striking presence in your garden.
• Flower Size: Large, fully double blooms measuring 12–15 cm in diameter, with rich red petals edged in white, creating a bold contrast.
• Blooming Season: Blooms from mid-summer to the first frost, providing months of vibrant color.
• Sunlight Requirements: Thrives in full sun, requiring 6–8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth and flower production.
• Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil that is kept moist but not waterlogged.
• Ideal Uses: Perfect for flower beds, borders, containers, and as a striking cut flower in floral arrangements.
• Growth Rate: Fast-growing; flowers typically appear 8–10 weeks after planting.
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Planting Instructions:

1. Sowing Time: Start tubers indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost date or plant outdoors after the last frost.
2. Spacing: Space plants 30–40 cm apart to ensure adequate airflow and healthy growth.
3. Watering: Water regularly to keep soil moist, but avoid overwatering. Deep watering during dry periods helps to encourage strong, healthy blooms.
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Key Benefits:

• Striking Color Contrast: The bold combination of deep red and white blooms makes this dahlia a dramatic focal point in any garden or floral arrangement.
• Long-Lasting Blooms: Enjoy vibrant, showy flowers from mid-summer through to the first frost, brightening your garden for months.
• Versatile: Perfect for adding drama to flower beds, borders, and containers, or for use as a stunning cut flower in arrangements.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, enhancing the health of your garden ecosystem.

The China Town Dahlia will transform your garden into a vibrant display of bold color and intricate beauty. With its unique flower shape and striking contrast, it's a must-have for any dahlia enthusiast.