Dahlia 'Solar Flare' is a striking semi-cactus variety, glowing shades of coral pink to deep pink petals, forked tips and a soft yellow heart, creating a starburst effect. The dazzling blooms stands out in beds, borders, and cut-flower arrangements alike.
Produces an abundance of large, eye-catching flowers on strong stems, Semi-Cactus Dahlia 'Solar Flare' height of 100 cm makes it both a garden focal point and a florist favorite. Thrives with regular deadheading throughout the long season from July to October and prefers well-drained soil.
de Jager's cactus dahlias top size, top quality tubers are supplied polythene bags, in which they may be safely kept until planting time, stored in a cool place.
To grow Dahlias, select a sunny spot with well-drained soil, and dig a 30 cm deep hole. Plant the tuber 10 cm below the soil surface, spacing multiple tubers 45 cm apart, or 90 cm for taller varieties. Water consistently, maintaining moist but not saturated soil and protect new shoots from slug damage with eco-friendly methods. Feed plants during the blooming period with liquid plant food. Provide support for stems which will reach 60-90 cm tall depending on variety. Enjoy spectacular blooms from late summer until first frosts. Cut or deadhead the flowers regularly for a continually flourishing display. Once blooming has finished, cut back foliage before lifting, drying and storing the tubers in peat-free substitute, in a frost-free place until the following spring.
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Beautifully uplifting, Semi-Cactus Dahlia 'Trooper Dan' shines with its stunning lemon-yellow blooms. Features slightly broader, gently tapered petals, giving each flower a fuller, more substantial look while still maintaining the elegant starburst style.
Creates a pocket of sunshine to the summer garden, Semi-Cactus Dahlia 'Trooper Dan' flowers from mid summer to autumn and grows to a height of 100 cm. Strong stems support a steady display of flower heads measuring up to 25 cm.
de Jager's cactus dahlias top size, top quality tubers are supplied polythene bags, in which they may be safely kept until planting time, stored in a cool place.
Orders for Summer Flowering Bulbs & Plants will be sent from mid March to late April.
We use Whistl for deliveries and our ordering process allows you to provide special instructions such as leaving in a safe place should you happen to be out when your bulbs are delivered or if you require a different delivery date.
Should you have any other order requirements other than those listed please contact us on 01622 840229 before placing an order.
Current charges per order are as below and exclude VAT.
| UK Mainland, Channel Islands and Northern Ireland | £ 6.95 |
