Dahlia Decorative ‘Jean Marie’ (1 tuber)

Featuring blooms as large as 20cm/8″, Dahlia ‘Jean Marie’ is an eye-catching and visually distinct decorative dahlia variety that is perfect for any summer garden. Its large blooms feature fully double rich purple flowers that are delicately white-tipped and are able to remain upright and straight, even when it rains.

Blooming vigorously from July through to September, this dahlia can grow up to 110cm/44″ tall and is ideal for filling out the back of a summer border or as a stunning cut flower.

They will grow best in full sun, however partial shade is okay in hot summer areas. Aim to plant tubers approximately 15cm/6″ deep and 60cm/24″ apart into moist but well-drained soil with a good supply of humus and sufficient shelter from strong winds.

To maintain, deadhead regularly to encourage further blooms and provide consistent moisture during the growing season, making sure that the soil does not dry out.

Overall, the ‘Jean Marie’ dahlia is a low maintenance plant that can provide a stunning display of colour in any summer garden. With its large blooms and vibrant colours, it is sure to be a focal point in any floral display, whether in a border or used as a cut flower.

Details

• Bulb count per pack: 1 tuber
• Flower colour: Pink, White
• Flowering months: July, August, September
• Flowering height: 110cm/44″
• 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