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Dahlia 'Genova'
ball dahlia
Soft pale-mauve almost white petalled pom-poms tipped with regal purple. Dahlia ‘Genova’ is a free-flowering, alluring dahlia with strong stems,...
3 litre pot
available to order from summer
2 + 1 FREE 3 litre pots
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Plant description
Soft pale-mauve almost white petalled pom-poms tipped with regal purple. Dahlia ‘Genova’ is a free-flowering, alluring dahlia with strong stems, and is excellent for the cutting vase as well as the border. Their colouring makes them easy to mix and they look particularly effective with other pastel shades, or for a bit of added oomph, blend in some strong pink tones.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Dahlia Genova:
Dahlia tubers can be planted outside after frost, or started off in pots under glass in late winter to early spring. Plant them horizontally approximately 12cm (5in) deep, making sure the ‘eyes’ are uppermost. Allow enough room between each tuber so the plants can grow and spread to their full size without being over-crowded.
While in growth, provide a high-nitrogen liquid feed each week in June, then a high-potash fertiliser each week from July to September. Stake with canes or brushwood if it becomes necessary. In mild areas, leave them in situ over winter, but protect the crown with a generous layer of dry mulch.
In colder areas, carefully lift and clean the tubers once the first frosts have blackened the foliage and allow them to dry naturally indoors. Then place the dry tubers in a shallow tray, just covered with slightly moist potting compost, sand or vermiculite and store in a frost-free place until planting out again.
While in growth, provide a high-nitrogen liquid feed each week in June, then a high-potash fertiliser each week from July to September. Stake with canes or brushwood if it becomes necessary. In mild areas, leave them in situ over winter, but protect the crown with a generous layer of dry mulch.
In colder areas, carefully lift and clean the tubers once the first frosts have blackened the foliage and allow them to dry naturally indoors. Then place the dry tubers in a shallow tray, just covered with slightly moist potting compost, sand or vermiculite and store in a frost-free place until planting out again.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
