{"product_id":"dahlia-decorative-edinburgh-1-bulb","title":"Dahlia Decorative - Edinburgh - 1 bulb","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"223\"\u003eEdinburgh Dahlia – Striking Purple \u0026amp; White Blooms with Timeless Elegance 💜\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"595\"\u003eBring drama and sophistication into your garden with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"313\"\u003eEdinburgh Decorative Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its bold blooms feature deep royal-purple centres that fade into soft white tips, creating a breathtaking two-toned effect. These large, rounded flowers command attention in borders, beds, and vases, making Edinburgh a cherished variety for gardeners and floral designers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"705\"\u003eFun fact: Dahlia petals are edible! Use them as a unique garnish for salads, desserts, or summer platters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love Edinburgh Dahlias\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e💜 \u003cstrong data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eUnique two-toned blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – rich purple blending to white for a mesmerising effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"875\"\u003eIdeal for cut flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e – stunning, long-lasting arrangements with real impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"959\"\u003eGarden showpiece\u003c\/strong\u003e – brings contrast, depth, and elegance to borders and beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003e🌞 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003eLoves the South African sun\u003c\/strong\u003e – thrives in warm, bright conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003e💫 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eExtended display\u003c\/strong\u003e – flowers from December through to May, bringing colour for months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eGrowing Tips for South African Gardens 🌿\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in fertile, well-draining soil. If your soil is clay-heavy, improve it with sand and compost. Mulching helps conserve water and cool roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best grown in full sun. In very hot regions, light midday shade prevents stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e October – December.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 cm deep with tubers pointing down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–40 cm apart for airflow and healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 3–4 days for about 10 minutes. Adjust frequency in hot, dry spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a quality bulb fertiliser (e.g. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardening.co.za\/products\/hadeco-bulb-food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHadeco Bulb Food\u003c\/a\u003e) regularly to encourage lush growth and abundant blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1930\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003eStake taller plants to support heavy blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003ePinch back stems to promote bushy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003eThin side buds for fewer but larger flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003eRemove plants showing mottled or stunted foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003eDormancy \u0026amp; Lifting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dahlias go dormant from May to August. In July, cut stems back to 5 cm, lift tubers, and store them in a cool, dry spot until replanting in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003eMake a bold statement with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003eEdinburgh Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e – an unforgettable bloom that brings artistry and elegance to your garden. 💜\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":45967970173125,"sku":"6018787100P-187","price":105.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2294\/4179\/files\/dahlia-edinburgh-single.jpg?v=1775656442","url":"https:\/\/ubuntuberg.com\/products\/dahlia-decorative-edinburgh-1-bulb","provider":"Ubuntuberg Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}