{"product_id":"dahlia-cactus-white-2-bulbs","title":"Dahlia Cactus - White - 2 bulbs","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"183\"\u003eWhite Cactus Dahlia – Bold Spikes of Elegance in Every Bloom 🤍✨\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"529\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"212\"\u003eWhite Cactus Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a showstopper in any South African garden. With its spiky, starburst petals and soft ivory glow, it brings a sense of drama and sophistication to borders, beds, and cut flower displays. Unlike traditional rounded dahlias, the cactus form has a striking, almost sculptural quality that instantly draws attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"748\"\u003eOriginating from Mexico and treasured worldwide for their flamboyant shapes, dahlias were once a symbol of wealth and luxury in Victorian gardens. Today, they remain one of the most rewarding summer flowers to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"797\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love White Cactus Dahlias\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"875\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"875\"\u003e🤍 \u003cstrong data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eUnique spiky blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e that stand out from traditional round dahlias.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"952\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"952\"\u003e🌞 \u003cstrong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"918\"\u003ePerfect for South African summers\u003c\/strong\u003e – thrives in heat and sunshine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003e💐 \u003cstrong data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"983\"\u003eExquisite cut flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e – adds texture and elegance to bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003e🪴 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eLong flowering season\u003c\/strong\u003e – blooms generously from December to May.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eEasy to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e – suitable for both garden beds and large pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003eGrowing Tips for South African Gardens 🌱\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in rich, well-draining soil. If your garden soil is heavy with clay, mix in sand and compost for best results. Add mulch to help retain moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loves full sun but will also tolerate light midday shade in very hot inland regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e October – December.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 cm, with tubers lying flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–40 cm apart for strong growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 3–4 days. Avoid overwatering or soggy soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enrich with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardening.co.za\/products\/hadeco-bulb-food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHadeco Bulb Food\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003ePinch young shoots to encourage bushy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eStake taller stems to prevent flopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003eDeadhead regularly for more blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eLift tubers in July, cutting stems back to 5 cm, and store in a cool, dry place until spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003eBring home the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003eWhite Cactus Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e and let your garden sparkle with bold, sculptural flowers that capture attention at every glance.\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\u003e\u003c\/strong\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":45967968534725,"sku":"6009810V00P-801","price":145.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2294\/4179\/files\/dahlia-anja-g-j-single.jpg?v=1775656389","url":"https:\/\/ubuntuberg.com\/products\/dahlia-cactus-white-2-bulbs","provider":"Ubuntuberg Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}