Dahlia Ball 'Sunny Boy' (1 tuber)

Sure to make a bold statement in any border or flower bed, Dahlia 'Sunny Boy' will make for a vibrant and striking addition to any garden. Each bright yellow-orange bloom can reach up to 20cm/8" in diameter and is made up of a profusion of petals that create a full, rounded shape. The blooms appear in late summer and continue into the fall, providing a long-lasting display of colour.

To plant your 'Sunny Boy' tuber, choose a spot in your garden that receives full sun and has well-drained soil. Plant the tuber with the "eye" facing upward, about 15cm/6" deep and 60cm/24" apart from other plants. Water well and keep the soil consistently moist until the plant establishes itself. As the plant grows, staking may be necessary to support the heavy blooms.

To maintain your 'Sunny Boy' dahlia, deadhead the spent blooms regularly to encourage new buds to form. This will also help prevent the plant from going to seed and prolong the flowering period. Provide a liquid fertiliser every 4-6 weeks during the growing season to ensure the plant has all the necessary nutrients to thrive. In the fall, after the first frost, cut back the foliage and lift the tubers for storage.

Overall, the Dahlia 'Sunny Boy' is a hardy and easy-to-grow plant that will provide a splash of sunshine to any garden. Its striking blooms and long flowering period make it a perfect choice for adding a touch of colour and beauty to your outdoor space. With proper planting and maintenance, you can enjoy the vibrant yellow blooms of this dahlia for years to come.

Details

• Bulb count per pack: 1 tuber
• Flower colour: Yellow, Orange
• Flowering months: July, August, September
• Flowering height: 85cm/34"
• 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