HIGHLIGHTS
Popularly used as | Dahlia pinnata , Dahlia |
Flower | Any color |
Edible part | Dahlia flowers can also be eaten and are used as a garnish or chopped in salads |
Growth | Fast growth rate |
Uses | Dahlia was widely used even in economical purpose |
PLANTING & CARE
Temperature | Prefers temperature 20 to 30 degree C |
Water | Newly planted– Watering should be done early in the morning if the soil feels dry to touch. |
Light | Dahlias need a sunny location to thrive. An area that receives at least 8 hours of direct sunlight is best. Less sun equals taller plants and fewer blooms. Exception for hot climates, they will need morning sunlight, afternoon shade. |
Fertilizer | Fertilize after sprouting and then every 3 to 4 weeks from mid-summer until early Autumn. Do NOT overfertilize, especially with nitrogen, or you risk small/no blooms, weak tubers, or rot. |
Pruning | Moderately pinch, dis-branch, and dis-bud, and deadhead to produce a showy display for 3 months or more.Mulch with the plastic mulch or organic mulch. |
SPECIFICATIONS
Plant | Dahlia |
Height | 60 cm |
Flower colour | any colour |
Pot description | 6 inches LXB [15cm X15cm] |
weight | 2 – 5 kg variable |
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