Raspberry and Cream

Raspberry and Cream

Gorgeous around Christmas and New Year due to the colouring. Was early to bloom in THe Petal Patch. Crimson and white coloured petals.

Key Characteristics

• Type: Informal Decorative Dahlia

• Height: 1.2–1.5 meters; requires support.

• Flower size: 8-12cm

• Flowering Time: summer through late autumn.

• Days to Maturity: 80–100 days

• Aspect: full sun

• Soil: Well draining moist soil

Growing Details

• Planting: Plant in spring (or early summer) after the risk of frost has passed.

• Plant Spacing: 30–45cm

• Pinch: When plants reach 30cm tall

• Maintenance: Prolific bloomer that benefits from continuous deadheading.

Harvesting and Vase Life

Harvest: Blooms are 3/4 open, while petals are still firm at back of flower head.

Vase Life: 5-7 days. For best results, place stems immediately into water with hydrator, or sear the stems in boiling water for approximately 10 seconds.