Dahlia Decorative ‘Mystery Day’ (1 tuber)

Available as a tuber, ‘Mystery Day’ is a stunning Decorative Dahlia that will be a welcome addition to any summer garden. This variety produces large, fully double blooms in a vibrant, rich red colour with the tip of each petal dipped in white. The petals are tightly packed and have a fluffy, ruffled appearance, giving the flowers a full and lush look. The plant itself can grow up to 110cm/44″ tall, making it a great choice for the back of a border or as a focal point in a garden bed.

Plant ‘Mystery Day’ tubers 15cm/6″ deep and 60cm/24″ apart in well-drained soil with full sun exposure. Once planted, water the tubers regularly and fertilize them every 4-6 weeks throughout the growing season.

It’s can be noted that dahlias are heavy feeders, so make sure to amend the soil with compost or well-rotted manure before planting. Additionally, ‘Mystery Day’ tubers can be staked or caged to support the tall stems and heavy flowers. Deadhead regularly to encourage continued blooming.

In terms of maintenance, dahlia tubers such as ‘Mystery Day’ should be dug up after the first frost and stored indoors in a cool, dry place over the winter. They can then be replanted the following spring. With proper care, ‘Mystery Day’ dahlias may be able to bloom continuously from mid-summer to frost, adding a burst of colour and visual interest to any garden.

Details

• Bulb count per pack: 1 tuber
• Flower colour: Red, Purple, 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