Chumasande MatiwaneDahlias are charming flowers that come in a wide range of colours and shapes. They flourish from late spring to early autumn, making them a favourite among gardeners. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, growing dahlias adds beauty and dependability to your garden. To fully enjoy these stunning flowers, it’s important to choose the most prolific dahlia varieties that match your garden’s aesthetic.
Choosing the best dahlia varieties for your garden
When selecting dahlia flowers for your garden, whether you’re interested in large blooms, smaller varieties, or something in between, it’s important to choose the best variety for your needs. Opting for productive varieties can significantly enhance your garden. Additionally, ensuring proper dahlia care can improve their flowering. These flowers thrive in full sunlight and require ample water and fertiliser to promote abundant blooms. Regular deadheading is also beneficial for all dahlia varieties, as it helps extend their flowering period. Some varieties, particularly those with ball-shaped blooms, are specifically bred to be more productive.
Varieties to opt for
Cornel dahlias
The timeless Cornel dahlias. These ball-type dahlias come with beautiful, deep red colours. This reliable bloomer has won the hearts of many gardeners and is considered to be a must-have classic dahlia. With straightforward care requirements, they’re an excellent choice for those new to flower gardening.
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Terracotta
A unique dahlia variety, the terracotta is a semi-cactus type dahlia flower, rich in peach-brown colour. The terracotta variety is very productive and will give you plenty of flowers around the summertime. Similar to most dahlia varieties, it responds well to deadheading and will continue to bloom. They are large and can sometimes grow up to 13 cm tall.
Blue bayou
Blue bayou dahlias are what are called anemone-type dahlias. They produce prolific blooms throughout the season. They are easily distinguishable with their outer petals being light pinkish-lavender, while the central petals are a deeper purple. These varieties of flowers are the smaller dahlia plants suitable for smaller gardens.
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Dahlia peaches and cream
Dahlia Peaches and Cream varieties are an exceptional type of dahlia, offering a blend of soothing colours, luxurious blooms, and vigorous growth in your garden. These varieties are not only beautiful but can offer an excellent starting point for your flower garden journey. They are reliable and prolific blooms bursting with life and colour.
Jomanda
One of the most productive of all dahlias is another ball type. Jomanda flowers are a unique orange colour. They bloom for a long time, and their flowers can last in cut arrangements. Keep deadheading this dahlia variety to encourage even more flowers well into late autumn.
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Once you start growing any dahlia variety, there is no going back. They’re one of the top flower types for so many growers. If you already have dahlias in your garden, you have taken your garden to the next level.
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