{"product_id":"dahlia-dinner-plate-ottos-thrill-1-bulb","title":"Dahlia Dinner Plate - Otto's Thrill - 1 bulb","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"203\"\u003eOtto’s Thrill Dinnerplate Dahlia – Bold Blooms That Steal the Show 🌸\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"553\"\u003eIf you’re after flowers that \u003cem data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"239\"\u003ewow\u003c\/em\u003e, look no further than the \u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"302\"\u003eOtto’s Thrill Dinnerplate Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e. With colossal blooms often reaching 25 cm across, this variety makes an unforgettable statement in borders, beds, and vases. Its soft blush-pink petals, kissed with deeper tones at the centre, create a dreamy, romantic effect that draws every eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eFirst bred in the USA, this award-winning dinnerplate dahlia has become a favourite worldwide for its sheer size and elegance. Its edible petals even make a surprising garnish for salads and desserts – blending beauty with versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love Otto’s Thrill Dahlias\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"908\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"908\"\u003e🌸 \u003cstrong data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"879\"\u003eMassive dinnerplate flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e – blooms up to 25 cm wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"982\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"982\"\u003e💕 \u003cstrong data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eRomantic pink hues\u003c\/strong\u003e – soft outer petals with rich pink centres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003e🌞 \u003cstrong data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eThrives in South African gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e – heat-tolerant and sun-loving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003e💐 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003ePerfect for cut flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e – long-lasting, dramatic stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003e✨ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eShowstopper variety\u003c\/strong\u003e – ideal for borders, weddings, and summer displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eGrowing Tips for South African Gardens 🌱\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with compost works best. Add sand to clay-heavy soils. Mulch to retain moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for maximum blooms. In hot inland areas, provide light midday shade to reduce water stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e October – December.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 cm deep, with tubers facing down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1628\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–70 cm apart for airflow and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep soak every 3–4 days for about 10 minutes. Avoid overwatering to prevent rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardening.co.za\/products\/hadeco-bulb-food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHadeco Bulb Food\u003c\/a\u003e regularly for strong growth and bigger flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003eStake stems to support enormous blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003ePinch off side buds to encourage larger central flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003eDeadhead spent blooms to extend flowering season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003eLift tubers in July, trim stems to 5 cm, and store dry until spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2263\"\u003eBring home the drama. Plant \u003cstrong data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003eOtto’s Thrill Dinnerplate Dahlia bulbs\u003c\/strong\u003e this season and transform your garden into a stage of colour, elegance, and grandeur.\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":45967970009285,"sku":"6056565100P-565","price":135.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2294\/4179\/files\/ottos-thrill.jpg?v=1775656437","url":"https:\/\/ubuntuberg.com\/products\/dahlia-dinner-plate-ottos-thrill-1-bulb","provider":"Ubuntuberg Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}