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Dahlia variabilis Figaro
1 packet (30 seeds) @ $2.95
Catalog Code: 1496
Dahlia variabilis Figaro
Half-hardy Annual
- Flowers: Summer
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 12 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Baskets, Bedding, Border, Containers, Patio, Tubs
Description
Significantly dwarfer, earlier and more uniform habit than Rigoletto (its nearest rival) with a high percentage of fully double blooms in an amazing range of colors.
A compact and uniform bedding variety.
Flowers summer to autumn.
Height 30cm (12in).
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | Indoors 8-10 weeks before last spring frost |
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| Sowing depth: | sow 6mm (¼in) |
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Sow at 21-24C (70-75F) in a good seed sowing mix.
Keep soil damp but not wet, sealing in a plastic bag after sowing is helpful.
Germination usually takes 7-10 days.
Growing Instructions
When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow on in cooler conditions.
Gradually acclimatize to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out, after all risk of 'frost, 30cm (12in) apart in a sunny spot on any good moisture retentive soil.
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