Description

The large-flowered, dinner plate Dahlia ‘Tartan’ is a rewarding summer bloomer that will give you months of pleasure. Dahlia ‘Tartan’ blooms with huge flowers from July until the first frost. Dahlia ‘Tartan’ grows to about 120-130 cm high. It may be necessary to support the flower stems. Dahlia tubers can be planted in the spring. Dahlia ‘Tartan’ is sensitive to frost, so be careful with late night frost. 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 of soil. The planting distance of the tubers is 50 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. Dahlia ‘Tartan’ combines well with perennials and other Dahlia varieties. The huge burgundy and white flowers are real eye-catchers in the border. Dahlia ‘Tartan’ is an 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.