Dahlia Compact Sel Dalaya Garden ‘Aruna’
£6.95
Compact Dahlia, offers strong garden performance delivers vigorous, season-long colour ideal for large containers and garden borders. Flowers from mid summer until the first frost. Full sun. Well-drained soil.
Description
Dahlia Compact Sel Dalaya Garden ‘Aruna’ is a compact, free-flowering dahlia that provides vibrant colour from mid summer until the first frost. Ideal for borders and containers, this Dahlia offers reliable performance and long-lasting blooms.
PLANTING and AFTERCARE GUIDE
Best Planting Time
- Spring: Plant Dahlia Compact Sel Dalaya Garden ‘Aruna’ in spring when the soil is workable and warming, allowing tubers or plants to establish before active growth.
- Early Summer: In cooler areas, planting slightly later ensures your Dahlia establishes in warm soil conditions.
Site Selection
- Sunlight: Choose a position in full sun for the best flowering performance. Dahlia thrives in bright, open locations.
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil is essential. Improve the soil with compost or organic matter before planting.
Planting Instructions
- Prepare the Hole: Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the root ball or tuber comfortably.
- Soil Preparation: Mix compost or well-rotted organic matter into the soil to improve fertility and drainage.
- Planting: Place the plant so the tuber or root ball sits just below soil level, then backfill and firm gently.
- Watering After Planting: Water thoroughly after planting to help your Dahlia establish quickly.
Watering Requirements
- Growing Season: Keep the soil evenly moist during active growth to support healthy foliage and continuous flowering.
- Dry Periods: Water regularly during dry spells to keep Dahlia Compact Sel Dalaya Garden ‘Aruna’ performing at its best.
Feeding
- Spring: Apply a balanced fertiliser when growth begins to encourage strong stems and foliage.
- Flowering Season: Use a high-potash feed during the flowering period to support abundant blooms.
Pruning
- Deadheading: Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage more blooms and keep Dahlia Compact Sel Dalaya Garden ‘Aruna’ tidy.
- Seasonal Care: Pinch out early growth tips to encourage bushier plants and more flowers.
Mulching
- Spring: Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Seasonal Care: Mulching helps maintain consistent soil conditions and supports healthy growth.
Supporting the Plant
- Growth Habit: This Dahlia is compact and usually does not require staking, making it ideal for containers and borders.
Final Tips
Dahlia Compact Sel Dalaya Garden ‘Aruna’ is a vibrant, easy-to-grow plant that delivers continuous colour throughout the season. With full sun, fertile soil, and regular care, this Dahlia will thrive and provide stunning garden displays for months.
Additional information
| Pot Size | |
|---|---|
| Flower Colour | Red, Purple |
| Height (cm) | 40 |
| Spread (cm) | 30 |
| Sun/shade | Full sun |
| Blooms/foliage interest in | Summer, Autumn |
| Flowering Months | July, August, September, October |
| Plant Botanical Type | Perennial (herbaceous) |
| Leaf Colour | Green |
| Varigated Leaf | No |
| Scent | No |
| Evergreen | No |
| RHS Hardiness Rating | H3 |
| Hardiness | −5°C to 1°C |
| Container | Borders and Containers |
| Soil Type | Loam (normal) |
| Soil PH | Neutral |
| Drainage | Well drained soil |
| Insect Attraction | Bees |











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