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Dahlia Cafe Au Lait Fresh Tubers

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The Café au Lait dahlia is one of the globe’s most celebrated garden cultivars, renowned for its enormous dinner-plate blooms and a romantic, shifting colour range. It’s a staple in wedding arrangements and cottage-garden schemes, with many growers offering variations that stay true to the giant flowering form.

Key Characteristics

  • Bloom Style: Informal Decorative with pillowy, ruffled petals.
  • Colour Profile: The flowers can vary from creamy ivory and soft beige to blush pink, with centres that lean toward peach tones.
  • Size: Dinner-plate-scale blossoms typically measure 20–25 cm (8–10 inches) across.
  • Growth: Plants reach about 1.2 meters (4 feet) in height.

Popular Varieties

  • The original Café au Lait is the best known, but several sister varieties exist, delivering different colour hues while preserving the characteristic large bloom size.

 

Useful Information

Growing Tips:

  • Light Requirements: Dahlias  thrive in full sun, so choose a location that receives at least 6-8 hours of sunlight per day for optimal growth.
  • Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil is essential. Adding organic matter can improve soil quality and provide the nutrients needed for healthy growth.
  • Watering: Regular watering is important, especially during dry spells, to keep the foliage lush and the flowers blooming beautifully.

Planting Tips:

When planting Dahlia tubers, consider the following:

  1. Timing: Plant tubers in spring after the last frost date, when the soil has warmed up.
  2. Depth: Plant the tubers about 10-15 cm (4-6 inches) deep, with the eyes facing up.
  3. Spacing: Space the tubers about 30-45 cm (12-18 inches) apart to allow for their growth and spread.

Care and Maintenance:

  • Fertilisation: Apply a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season to promote healthy growth and abundant blooms.
  • Staking: Taller varieties may require staking to support the heavy blooms and prevent them from toppling over.
  • Deadheading: Regularly remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming throughout the season.

Incorporating Dahlias into your garden will not only enhance its aesthetic appeal but also provide a stunning display of colour and texture throughout the summer and into the  Autumn. With its vibrant flowers and unique foliage, this dahlia is sure to be a cherished addition to your landscape!

Additional information

Amount

2 Tubers | 4 Tubers | 6 Tubers

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