Dahlia Decorative ‘Senior’s Hope’ (1 tuber)

Dahlia Decorative ‘Senior’s Hope’ will make a stunning addition to any garden, with its large, vibrant blooms in a variety of colours. The flower heads can reach up to 15cm/6″ in diameter and are a real showstopper in any garden bed or border. This variety also features strong stems and a long flowering period, making it perfect for cut flowers.

To plant your ‘Senior’s Hope’ dahlia tuber, it is best to do so in well-drained soil in a sunny spot. It should be planted around 15cm/6″ deep and 40cm apart from other bulbs. Once planted, they will require regular watering and fertilising throughout the growing season to ensure they reach their full potential. It is also important to stake the plants as they grow to prevent them from falling over under the weight of the large blooms.

As the growing season comes to an end, lift and store the tubers over winter to protect them from frost. This can be done by carefully digging up the tubers and allowing them to dry out before storing them in a cool, dry place. When the weather warms up in spring, the tubers can then be replanted for another season of beautiful blooms.

With its strong stems and long flowering period, it is perfect for cut flowers and its large blooms will be sure to impress. With proper care and maintenance, it will provide a stunning display year after year.

Details

• Bulb count per pack: 1 tuber
• Flower colour: Pink, 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