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Quick Facts
| Flower Type | Decorative Small Ball Dahlia |
|---|---|
| Flower Colour | Burgundy & Black |
| 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 |
Price
ZAR5 750,00
VAT included
Dahlia Large Clump – Holly Hill Black Beauty: WHOLESALE: Price for 50 clumps, including VAT.
Beautiful blooms of black red are an excellent variety for cutting. These blooms are so dark, they're almost black and look absolutely fabulous in moody bouquets.
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| Flower Type |
Decorative Small Ball Dahlia
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|---|---|
| Flower Colour |
Burgundy & Black
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| Flower Size |
14cm
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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. |
