{"product_id":"dahlia-collarette-night-butterfly","title":"Dahlia 'Night Butterfly' with Red \u0026 White Flowers (1 Tuber)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerfect as cut flowers or in a summer border, \u003cstrong\u003eDahlia collarette 'Night Butterfly'\u003c\/strong\u003e is an eye-catching charmer, growing unique double-tiered flowers that are sure to turn heads and attract pollinators alike. These blooms consist of large, deep-red outer petals that grow behind a smaller collarette of white and flush pink petals and surround a vibrant yellow centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaching a height of approximately 90cm, 'Night Butterfly' is an impactful border plant. Its sturdy stems hold the flowers high, creating a beautiful display that lasts from July through to September. Deadheading spent flowers encourages continuous blooming, extending the show of this dahlia well into the autumn months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Night Butterfly' is also very easy to grow. Simply plant the tuber in fertile, well-drained soil after the last frost, ensuring the 'eyes' (growing points) face upwards. Choose a sunny spot where your 'Night Butterfly' will receive at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, and provide a light feed, if needed, every few weeks to keep the blooms coming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCome winter, lift the tubers and store them in a cool, frost-free place, ready to be replanted the following spring. With a little care, your 'Night Butterfly' will grace your garden with its beauty for many seasons to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulb count per pack: 1 tuber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower colour: Red and white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering months: July, August, September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering height: 90cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness: Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK (-5 to 1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen to plant: February, March, April, May, June\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting depth: 15cm\/6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulb spacing: 60cm\/24\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil type: Moist but well-drained with a good supply of humus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil pH: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Taylors Bulbs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58350437204293,"sku":"1215612","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/7458\/1061\/files\/9a29399f-taylors-dahlia-night-butterfly.jpg?v=1782227583","url":"https:\/\/www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/dahlia-collarette-night-butterfly","provider":"Gates Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}