{"product_id":"dahlia-cactus-cheerio-1-bulb","title":"Dahlia Cactus - Cheerio - 1 bulb","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"213\"\u003eCheerio Cactus Dahlia – Bright Pink Blooms that Celebrate Summer 🌸\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"215\" data-end=\"535\"\u003eAdd a touch of playful elegance to your garden with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"296\"\u003eCheerio Cactus Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its dazzling, spiky petals in vivid pink bring a joyful burst of colour that feels like a celebration with every bloom. A real show-stopper, this variety is perfect for borders, garden displays, and cut flowers that light up your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eFun fact: Dahlia petals are edible! 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If your soil is clay-heavy, add sand and organic matter to improve drainage. Mulch helps retain water and keeps roots cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1348\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dahlias love full sun. 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Adjust frequency during extreme heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regularly feed with a high-quality bulb fertiliser (such as Hadeco Bulb Food) for robust plants and bigger blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eStake taller stems for support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003ePinch back young shoots to encourage bushy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eRemove side buds if you want fewer, larger blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003eDiscard any plants showing mottled or stunted foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003eDormancy \u0026amp; Lifting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dahlias rest from May to August. In July, cut stems back to 5 cm, lift tubers carefully, and store in a dry, cool place until spring replanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2376\"\u003eLet the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003eCheerio Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e bring its bright pink charm into your garden – bold, joyful, and unforgettable. 🌸\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. 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