Description

The anemone type Dahlia ‘Blue Bayou’ is a rewarding summer bloomer that will give you pleasure for months. Dahlia ‘Blue Bayou’ blooms all summer from July until the first frost. Dahlia ‘Blue Bayou’ grows to about 100 cm high. It may be necessary to support the flower stems. Dahlia tubers can be planted in the spring. Dahlias are sensitive to frost, so be careful with late night frosts. Dig a spacious planting hole, loosen the soil and fill the planting hole with good potting soil. Carefully place the tubers in the planting hole and cover with 3-5 cm soil. The planting distance of the tubers is 30-60 cm. Water the tubers immediately after planting. Dahlias bloom most profusely in full sun. Store the tubers in a frost-free place after flowering and you will enjoy them for years. Dahlias combine well with perennials and other Dahlia species. The single flowers are lavender-pink with a purplish centre and are real wonderful mixed through grasses. Dahlias are also excellent cut flower with a long vase life. The best time to cut Dahlias is early in the day. Immediately placing the stems in lukewarm water with cut flower food.