{"product_id":"dahlia-border-carola-2-bulbs","title":"Dahlia Border - Carola - 2 bulbs","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"191\"\u003eCarola Border Dahlia – Radiant Pink Blooms with a Touch of Elegance 🌸\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"552\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"214\"\u003eCarola Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dazzling border variety that bursts with vibrant pink blooms, each one layered with petals that create a firework-like effect in the garden. Compact yet show-stopping, this dahlia is a true gem for borders, beds, and containers. Known for its bold charm, Carola brings joy and sophistication to your outdoor space all season long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eDid you know? Dahlias were once prized in Victorian gardens as symbols of elegance and inner strength. Today, their edible petals even make a delightful garnish in summer salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eWhy Carola Dahlias Deserve a Spot in Your Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"879\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"879\"\u003e🌸 \u003cstrong data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"829\"\u003eStriking pink starbursts\u003c\/strong\u003e – bold, vibrant flowers that command attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"960\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"960\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eCompact border favourite\u003c\/strong\u003e – perfect for borders, beds, and patio pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"1033\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1033\"\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eSouth African summer ready\u003c\/strong\u003e – heat-loving, sun-seeking blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003e💐 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003eBrilliant cut flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e – enjoy Carola indoors in long-lasting arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e🐝 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003ePollinator-friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e – attracts bees and butterflies to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003eGrowing Tips for South African Conditions 🌱\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in fertile, free-draining soil. Improve clay soil with compost and sand. Mulching helps conserve moisture during hot spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loves full sun. A touch of midday shade in very hot areas will reduce water needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e October – December.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 cm deep, tubers pointing down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30 cm apart for a compact yet impactful display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deeply every 3–4 days for about 10 minutes. Avoid soggy soil to prevent rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boost flowering with regular doses of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardening.co.za\/products\/hadeco-bulb-food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHadeco Bulb Food\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eStake taller stems if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003eDeadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eLift tubers in July if storing for the next season – cut stems back to 5 cm and keep them cool and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003eAdd the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003eCarola Border Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e to your garden and watch it transform borders and beds into a vibrant display of pink brilliance. Plant it once, and it will reward you with beauty season after season. 🌸\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e: Asteraceae \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting time\u003c\/strong\u003e: October – December \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time\u003c\/strong\u003e: December - May\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDormant\u003c\/strong\u003e: May – August\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifting time\u003c\/strong\u003e: July\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etuberous root\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature heigh\u003c\/strong\u003et: 20-180cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting depth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8cm deep. Do not separate the tubers and roots from the clump. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15-40cm apart\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Every 3-4 days when planted in the ground for 10 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hadeco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45967971418309,"sku":"6046565V00P-465","price":135.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2294\/4179\/files\/carola_hd.jpg?v=1775656472","url":"https:\/\/ubuntuberg.com\/products\/dahlia-border-carola-2-bulbs","provider":"Ubuntuberg Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}