{"product_id":"dahlia-decorative-house-of-orange-1-bulb","title":"Dahlia Decorative - House of Orange - 1 bulb","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"277\"\u003eHouse of Orange Dahlia – Bold Blooms, Bursting with Colour 🧡\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"610\"\u003eBring a fiery splash of brilliance to your garden with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"375\"\u003eHouse of Orange Decorative Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e. This striking variety produces glowing tangerine-orange blooms that radiate warmth and cheer. Their round, full-petalled form adds structure and vibrancy, making them a standout in borders, flower beds, and cut-flower arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"730\"\u003eFun fact: Dahlia petals are edible! Brighten up salads and desserts with a dash of colour straight from your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"782\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love House of Orange Dahlias\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"857\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"857\"\u003e🧡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eVivid orange blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – a bold statement of warmth and happiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"934\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"934\"\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"886\"\u003ePerfect cut flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e – long-lasting in the vase with strong stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eGarden showpiece\u003c\/strong\u003e – adds structure, height, and glowing colour to borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e🌞 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003eThrives in South African summers\u003c\/strong\u003e – sun-loving and heat-tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e💫 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eExtended flowering season\u003c\/strong\u003e – blooms generously from December to May.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003eGrowing Tips for South African Gardens 🌿\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in well-draining soil enriched with compost. If soil is clay-heavy, mix in sand and organic matter to improve drainage. Mulching helps retain moisture and protect roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun is best, though in very hot areas, a touch of midday shade helps reduce water stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e October – December.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 cm deep with tubers pointed down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–40 cm apart to allow airflow and prevent disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 3–4 days for about 10 minutes. Adjust frequency during heatwaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced bulb fertiliser (such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardening.co.za\/products\/hadeco-bulb-food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHadeco Bulb Food\u003c\/a\u003e) regularly for lush growth and more blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eStake taller plants for support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003ePinch back shoots to encourage bushier growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003eThin side buds if you want fewer, larger flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eRemove any plants showing stunted or mottled leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2172\"\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 cool, dry place until spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003eLet the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003eHouse of Orange Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e ignite your garden with its bold beauty – a true celebration of summer colour. 🧡\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\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\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hadeco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45967970336965,"sku":"3013030100P-130","price":105.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2294\/4179\/files\/dahlia-house-of-orange-single-1.jpg?v=1775656447","url":"https:\/\/ubuntuberg.com\/products\/dahlia-decorative-house-of-orange-1-bulb","provider":"Ubuntuberg Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}