{"product_id":"dahlia-top-mix-orange-2-bulbs","title":"Dahlia Top Mix - Orange - 2 bulbs","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"223\"\u003eOrange Topmix Dahlia – A Burst of Fiery Colour 🌺\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"533\"\u003eBring vibrant energy to your garden with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"294\"\u003eOrange Topmix Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e. These compact, daisy-like blooms glow with brilliant orange petals and golden centres, creating a cheerful display from summer into late autumn. Whether in pots, borders, or beds, their bold colour brings warmth and joy to every space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"641\"\u003eFun fact: Dahlia petals are edible and can add a striking pop of colour to salads, cakes, and cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"691\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love Orange Topmix Dahlias\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"762\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"762\"\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"720\"\u003eFiery orange blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – an instant mood-lifter in any garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"849\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"849\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eCompact growth habit\u003c\/strong\u003e – perfect for containers, edging, and smaller gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"934\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"934\"\u003e✨ \u003cstrong data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"879\"\u003eLong flowering season\u003c\/strong\u003e – blooms from December through May in SA conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e🐝 \u003cstrong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"963\"\u003ePollinator-friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e – attracts bees and butterflies, supporting your ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003eHeat-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e – thrives in our warm South African summers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eGrowing Tips for South African Gardens 🌿\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in well-draining, compost-enriched soil. If clay-heavy, improve structure with sand and organic matter. Mulch helps retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun is best, but some midday shade in hot inland areas will reduce water needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e October – December.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 cm with tubers pointing downwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30 cm apart for a compact, bushy effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 3–4 days for around 10 minutes. Avoid waterlogging to prevent tuber rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a slow-release fertiliser such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardening.co.za\/products\/hadeco-bulb-food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHadeco Bulb Food\u003c\/a\u003e for healthy foliage and abundant flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003eDeadhead often to extend the blooming season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003eSupport taller plants with stakes if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003eAt season’s end, cut back foliage once it yellows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003eLift tubers in July for replanting stronger the following spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2254\"\u003eWith its bold, fiery tones, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eOrange Topmix Dahlia\u003c\/strong\u003e is the perfect plant to add drama and cheer to your summer garden. Easy to grow, compact, and endlessly rewarding. 🌼\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. 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