{"product_id":"dahlia-dinner-plate-red-1-bulb","title":"Dahlia Dinner Plate - Red - 1 bulb","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"186\"\u003eRed Dinnerplate Dahlia – Fiery Blooms That Demand Attention ❤️\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eTurn your garden into a stage with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"253\"\u003eRed Dinnerplate Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e – a flower so bold, it steals the show. With immense, scarlet-red blooms up to 25 cm across, this variety embodies passion and drama. Perfect for borders, cut flowers, and anyone who loves statement plants, it guarantees a breathtaking display from summer right through to autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eDahlias were first cultivated in Mexico, where they symbolised dignity and strength. Today, the dinnerplate types like this one are adored worldwide for their sheer size and vivid colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"779\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love Red Dinnerplate Dahlias\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"849\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"849\"\u003e❤️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"810\"\u003eBold statement blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – flowers as wide as a dinner plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"881\"\u003eIntense scarlet colour\u003c\/strong\u003e – adds fiery energy to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"996\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"996\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"953\"\u003ePerfect for show gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e – excellent for borders or feature beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e💐 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003eIdeal cut flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e – long stems and long-lasting blooms in vases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003eHeat-loving\u003c\/strong\u003e – thrives in South Africa’s sunny climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eGrowing Tips for South African Gardens 🌱\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Needs well-draining, fertile soil. Improve clay soils with compost and river sand. Mulch helps to keep roots cool and moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun is best. In very hot inland areas, some midday shade helps reduce stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e October – December.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 cm, tubers pointed down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–70 cm apart for airflow and space to shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 3–4 days for 10 minutes. Avoid soggy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular applications of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardening.co.za\/products\/hadeco-bulb-food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHadeco Bulb Food\u003c\/a\u003e encourage strong growth and bigger blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003eStake taller plants to support heavy flower heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003ePinch back side buds to boost dinnerplate-sized blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003eDeadhead to extend the flowering season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003eLift tubers in July after foliage dies back. Store in a cool, dry place until spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003eBring the drama home with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003eRed Dinnerplate Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e bulbs – and enjoy a garden that glows with fiery colour all summer long.\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":45967970074821,"sku":"6054444100P-544","price":135.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2294\/4179\/files\/dinner-plate-red-A6.jpg?v=1775656439","url":"https:\/\/ubuntuberg.com\/products\/dahlia-dinner-plate-red-1-bulb","provider":"Ubuntuberg Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}