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Botanical Interests® Dahlia Cactus Flowered Blend - 0.4g (~38 Seeds)
Soft peaches, sunny yellows, and deep maroons are just a few of the spectacular colors in this blend. Narrow, elongated petals add a whimsical touch to any garden, and with tall, sturdy stems and blooms measuring up to 6" across, these make a truly exceptional cut flower and a great addition to a pollinator garden. Perennial in USDA zones 7—10; in colder climates, at season's end, tubers can be lifted and stored indoors over winter (see inside packet for details). Tubers and flower petals are edible.
Sowing Tips:
When to Sow Outside: 2 to 4 weeks after your average last frost date.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 8 to 10 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 65°–70°F. Sow in biodegradable pots; roots are sensitive to disturbance.
Days to Emerge: 5–20 Days
Seed Depth: 1/4''
Seed Spacing: 3 seeds every 18" to 24"
Thinning: When 2 sets of leaves, thin to 1 every 18" to 24"
Variety Info:
Family: Asteraceae
Native: Mexico and Central America
Hardiness: Perennial (Tender), often grown as an annual
Exposure: Full Sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions: 3'—4' tall
Variety Info: 5"—6" diameter blooms in varying shades of red, yellow, peach and white with yellow centers
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Edible Flower
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