Dahlias Page 7

And now for something completely different.......This could well be the marmite of the dahlia world but for us it is a wonderful addition to a hot or exotic border. The unique flowers sit atop stems which are tall enough to let it sit towards the back of a planting scheme, or it could be allowed to mingle amongst large-leaved 'jungle' plants (we already have it earmarked for the 'hot' side of our Barn...

Black-ruby flowers against dusky foliage. Rich & luscious! Flower size 4" (12cm) Height 40" (100cm) Pack of 3 tubers for £11.00 Pack of one tuber for £5.50

We are always pleased to be the first to spot the potential of a new variety and were delighted to introduce this achingly lovely dahlia to the UK market a few years ago.It has since proved immensely popular with gardeners, cut flower specialists - and bees!  The open-centred flowers bear many-petalled flowers in a glorious blend of warm, terracotta pink /red shades, mounted atop dark stems. This...

This is far more than just another dark-flowered dahlia. Raised in Austria, it has already proved an award winner in Europe. Not only are the flowers of good colour and form but the foliage is also out of the ordinary, with dark red to the stems and hints of the same colour to the leaf margins. The best foliage colour is attained in hot weather.Flower size 6-8" (15-20cm)Height 43" (110cm)Pack of...

New for 2026 Very dark ruby flowers against sultry, dark foliage. A dahlia with great border prescence. Flower size 4.5" (11cm ) Height 47" (120cm) Pack of one tuber for £4.50 Pack of 3 tubers for £9.00

Semi-cactus variety with striking maroon-black flowers, darker at the centre. A very dramatic dahlia which is always much sought-sfter.Flower size 4-6" (10-15cm)Height 40" (100cm)Pack of 3 tubers for £8.50 Pack of one tuber for £4.50

New for 2026 Neatly formed flowers of the prettiest peach, with darker tones at the flower centre and petal reverse. Highly recommended for cutting and a great garden dahlia to boot. Flower size 4.5" (11cm) Height 3" (90cm) Pack of one tuber for £7.50 Pack of 3 tubers for £19.00

A delicious combination of warm peach touched with pale yellow at the centre to light up the blooms, which are beautifully formed with upward-facing petals. Fantastic in the border as well as being much prized as a cutting variety. Flower size 5" (13cm) Height 39" (100cm) Pack of one tuber for £4.50 Pack of 3 tubers for £9.00

New for 2026 Beautiful new ball dahlia which is fabulous for cutting. The flowers are pale salmon-peach, with a lilac underside to each petal - a colour which also manifests itself in the centre of newly opened blooms - for a delightful two-tone effect.  Flower size  3.5" (9cm) Height  28" (70cm) Pack of one tuber for £4.50 Pack of 3 tubers for £9.00

New for 2026 Really pretty new introduction, with upward facing flowers of informal shape. The colour is soft peach, highlighted by burgundy undertones at the flower centres and, more subtly, at the petal edges and undersides.  The petals have 'movement' in their form, which adds to the enchantment. Flower size 4.5" (11cm) Height 39" (1m) Pack of one tuber for £7.00  Pack of 3...

Achingly pretty variety, with petals which fade out from a glowing heart of apricot-orange to palest peach. Neat in form and marking. This is one which flies off the nursery when we have plants available. Note that this variety should not be confused with the very different 'Peaches & Cream'. For some reason, American growers seem to use the latter name when what they are actually growing is often...

A beautiful pastel blend of palest cream-lemon, washed with a pink blush. The balance of colour changes subtly throughout the season, with the blush more prominent at times, but always very lovely and the perfect bridal flower. Flower size 4" (10cm) Height 32" (80cm) Pack of one tuber for £4.50 Pack of 3 tubers for £9.00

Semi-cactus flowers of palest salmon-pink, against contrasting dark stems. The flowers, as with most cactus types, are pretty weather proof - a joy for gardeners and cut flower growers alike. Flower size 5" (13cm) Height 40" (100cm) Pack of 3 tubers for £16.00 Pack of one tuber for £6.50

New for 2026 Oh so pretty blooms of peach, with a hint of candlelight yellow at their centres and touches of pink at the edges. This premium variety is highly recommended for both cutting and for garden displays. It is a number one choice for weddings! Flower size 3.5" (9cm) Height 39" (1m)  Pack of one tuber for £7.00 Pack of 3 tubers for £18.00

New for 2026 A dream of a dahlia, especially for those with weddings in mind. The rosette-shaped blooms are of the prettiest peach with just a hint of palest yellow to warm the centres. A dahlia to delight whether in border or bouquet. Flower size 4.5" (10cm) Height 3' (90cm) Pack of one tuber for £7.50 Pack of 3 tubers for £16.00

This outstanding ball dahlia has the loveliest form and colour and quickly became a best-seller after we introduced it into the UK market some years ago. Fabulous for cutting. Flower size 4" (10cm) Height 40" (100cm) Pack of 3 tubers for £10.00 Pack of one tuber for £5.00

NEW IN 2025 Utterly beautiful introduction, with flowers of soft peach-pink, with a touch of lilac at the centre of the flowers before they open fully. Sure to be much in demand for both garden and cutting. A total crop failure a couple of years ago but stocks are being gradually recovered. Flower size 5" (13cm) Height 36" (90cm) Pack of one tuber for £8.00 Pack of 3 tubers for £16.00

We have had many requests for more pompon dahlias and this charming variety, with it's two-tone flowers of dusky pink touched with a little yellow, fits the bill perfectly. It has been in our range for some years now and never fails to please. Flower size 2.5" (6cm) Height 32" (80cm) Pack of 3 tubers for £9.50 Pack of 1 tuber £4.50