Quick Facts
| Flower Type | Giant Decorative Dahlia |
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| Flower Colour | Blush |
| Planting Time | Clump: Dahlias should be planted when the nightly temperatures consistently reach 10-12 degrees Celsius or higher. In South Africa, this typically occurs from September onwards. |
| Watering | Clump: When planting, make sure the soil is moist—never waterlogged or bone dry. Keep it consistently slightly moist. Once green leaves appear, you can water more often, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings, but not completely. |
| Life Cycle | Tender Perennial |
Dahlia Large Clump – Café Au Lait: WHOLESALE: Price for 50 clumps, including VAT.
The Café Au Lait dahlia is often described as the Queen of all dahlias due to its exquisite beauty and popularity among flower enthusiasts and florists alike. This world-famous dahlia variety is renowned for its magnificent creamy peach and blush-coloured flowers, which have a soft and elegant appearance. One of the standout features of Café Au Lait dahlias is their versatility. These flowers are highly sought after by florists for various floral arrangements, especially for wedding work. Their romantic and dreamy appearance makes them ideal for bridal bouquets, centrepieces, and other decorative elements in weddings and special events. In garden settings, Café Au Lait dahlias are true showstoppers. When in full bloom, these plants create a stunning visual display with their large, elegant flowers and lush foliage. They make excellent focal points in flower beds, borders, or containers, adding a touch of elegance and charm to any garden landscape. Overall, Café Au Lait dahlias are celebrated for their beauty, versatility, and ability to captivate with their creamy peach and blush blooms. Whether used in floral arrangements or grown in gardens, these dahlias never fail to make a lasting impression and are rightfully regarded as one of the most beloved and iconic dahlia varieties.
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Dahlia Clumps – How They Work
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A Dahlia clump is a cluster of Dahlia tubers that grow together, producing multiple plants from a single clump. Each clump contains several tubers and, when planted, will produce an average of 2–10 healthy Dahlia plants (depending on variety and growing conditions).
We sell these clumps ready for planting, providing an easy and efficient way to create a beautiful, full display of Dahlias in your garden.
Tip: You can divide your clumps if you’d like to plant tubers separately for more individual plants—there are several helpful videos on YouTube showing how to do this. If you prefer, you can plant the whole clump for a single, big, strong plant.
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| Flower Type |
Giant Decorative Dahlia
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|---|---|
| Flower Colour |
Blush
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| Flower Size |
27cm
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| Plant Height |
90cm - 120cm
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| Light Preferences |
Clump: Plant in full sun, receiving more than 6 hours of direct sunlight each day.
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| Plant Spacing |
40cm
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| Life Cycle |
Tender Perennial
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| Flowering Time |
December - April
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| Pinch |
Please note that pinching is necessary once the plant reaches a height of 30cm.
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| Planting Time |
Clump: Dahlias should be planted when the nightly temperatures consistently reach 10-12 degrees Celsius or higher. In South Africa, this typically occurs from September onwards.
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| Planting Depth |
Clump: Place the clump horizontally in the soil, burying it 10 cm deep and ensuring a spacing of 40 cm between each clump. Position the growing eye facing upwards and lightly cover with soil, taking care to remove any air pockets.
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| Watering |
Clump: When planting, make sure the soil is moist—never waterlogged or bone dry. Keep it consistently slightly moist. Once green leaves appear, you can water more often, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings, but not completely.
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| Fertilizing |
Fertilizer & PPP available on our website.
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| Top Tips |
Top Tips for Planting Dahlia Clumps
________________________________________ 1. Site & Sunlight Plant in a full sun position (6–8+ hours daily) with well-draining soil to prevent rot and encourage strong growth. 2. Planting Time Plant when night temperatures are consistently above 10–12°C (generally from September in most parts of South Africa). 3. Planting Method Place clumps horizontally about 10 cm deep and 40 cm apart. Position the growing eyes facing upwards and cover lightly with soil, ensuring no air pockets. 4. Soil & Watering at Planting Plant into moist soil. Avoid waterlogged or completely dry soil. Maintain consistent moisture until shoots emerge. 5. Watering After Emergence Once green growth appears, increase watering gradually. Allow the soil to dry slightly between watering, but never completely dry out. 6. Support (Netting Essential) Install netting early (often 2 layers) to support upright growth, prevent bending, and ensure even plant structure and yield. 7. Pinching Pinch plants once they reach ±30 cm to encourage bushier growth and more flowers. 8. Spacing Allow ±40 cm spacing between plants for good airflow and healthy development. 9. Fertilising & Protection Use fertiliser and Plant Protection Products (PPP) as per programme guidelines. Apply only to dry plants and avoid tank mixing incompatible products. 10. PPP Best Practice • Avoid spraying in temperatures above 28°C • Rotate chemical groups to prevent resistance • Do not mix copper with other products • Avoid “cocktail” sprays of multiple products 11. Organic Option Bioneem can be used as a softer, organic pest deterrent option. 12. Deadheading Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming. 13. Growth & Season Dahlias are tender perennials, typically flowering from December to April, reaching ±90–120 cm in height. |
