& Dahlia Cornel 1 Tuber

These stunning spherical, red blooms will flower from July to October on strong stems. Due to their ball shape blooms, these have a superb architectural presence in both beds and borders. Fantastic as cut flowers so will make ideal plants inside and out. Plant Dahlia tubers outdoors in April after all risk of frost has passed. Choose a sunny position in moist well drained soil. Prepare the soil by digging in plenty of well rotted manure or compost. Plant tubers at a depth of 15cm (6") and water well. Alternatively, start tubers into growth in pots of compost in a frost free greenhouse. Transplant them into their final positions outdoors in June. Feed and water dahlias regularly throughout the growing season. While dahlia plants are still young, pinch out the growing tip of each stem to encourage bushier growth and masses of flowers. Deadhead faded dahlia flowers to encourage more blooms to be produced. Bedding dahlia are generally grown as annuals, however dahlia tubers may be lifted in autumn and stored over winter in trays of peat or sand, in a cool but frost free position if required. They can be potted up the following spring. Product Specifications: Half-Hardy Perennial Position: borders Height: Up to 90cm (36in) when fully established Spread: Up to 45cm (18in) when fully established Supplied as Dahlia ‘Cornel’ 1 Tuber Delivered with growing and care instructions Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Features: On strong stems you will see the stunning spherical, red blooms flowering from July to October Due to their ball shape blooms, these have a superb architectural presence in both beds and borders Also fantastic to be used as a cut flower, making these ideal for both outdoor and indoor displays Supplied as Dahlia Cornel 1x Tuber.Supplied with T&M's very own cultural instructions on how to care for your plants Your satisfaction guaranteed; we want you to be 100% satisfied with any product you buy from us. If you’re not 100% happy then neither are we, so let us know and we’ll replace your product or give you your money back Specifications: Model Number: KB3279