Dahlia Border ‘Sunshine’ (1 tuber)

Dahlia ‘Sunshine’ will make for a stunning addition to any garden, adding a pop of vibrant colour and lush foliage. With its bright yellow petals and dark green leaves, this dahlia is sure to make a statement. The blooms are large and full, measuring up to 20cm/8″ in diameter, making them perfect for cutting and using in floral arrangements.

A winner of multiple awards including the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit, ‘Sunshine’ tubers are easy to plant and maintain. It should be planted in well-drained soil in a sunny spot in the garden. Tubers should be planted around 15cm/6″ deep and spaced around 60cm/24″ apart. They require regular watering and fertilising to ensure they thrive. Deadheading the flowers is also recommended to encourage the plant to produce more blooms.

‘Sunshine’ is a hardy plant, tolerant of both hot and cold temperatures. It is also resistant to most common pests and diseases, making it a great option for those who are new to gardening. It will flower from mid-summer until the first frost, providing a long season of colour in the garden.

Overall, ‘Sunshine’ is a stunning and easy to care for plant that will add a splash of colour to any garden. Its bright yellow petals and lush foliage make it perfect for cutting and using in floral arrangements, while its hardiness and resistance to pests make it a great option for all gardener.

Details

• Bulb count per pack: 1 tuber
• Recipient of the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit
• A member of the RHS Plants for Pollinators collection
• Flower colour: Yellow, Red
• Flowering months: July, August, September
• Flowering height: 70cm/28″
• Hardiness: Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK (-5 to 1)
• When to plant: March, April, May, June
• Planting depth: 15cm/6″
• Bulb spacing: 60cm/24″
• Soil type: Moist but well-drained with a good supply of humus
• Soil pH: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
• Sunlight: Full sun