Dahlia Seeds - Cafe con Leche Mix

Dahlia Cafe con Leche Mix offers a delightful and elegant blend of soft, creamy-colored blooms in varying shades of beige, light peach, and soft pink. This mix is perfect for those looking to add a subtle, sophisticated touch to their garden or floral arrangements. With large, dinnerplate-sized flowers, this mix is ideal for creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in both sunny garden beds and cut flower displays.

Key Benefits

• Elegant Color Palette: Features a soft, soothing mix of beige, light peach, and pink, ideal for a more neutral or pastel-themed garden.
• Large, Showy Blooms: The dinnerplate-sized flowers create a striking visual impact, perfect for a focal point in garden displays or floral arrangements.
• Long Blooming Period: Enjoy a long-lasting bloom season from mid-summer to fall.
• Low Maintenance: An easy-to-grow and maintain flower variety, ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, enhancing the health and biodiversity of your garden.

Variety Features

• Plant Characteristics: Features a range of creamy, pastel blooms in beige, pink, and light peach.
• Bloom Season: Blooms from mid-summer to fall, providing extended beauty throughout the growing season.
• Growth Habit: Grows to 3–4 feet tall, perfect for adding height and drama to your garden beds.
• Flower Size: Each bloom reaches up to 8 inches in diameter, making them perfect for creating large, stunning floral arrangements.

Planting Instructions

Planting Season

• Plant tubers in late spring after the last frost, when the soil has warmed up.

Planting Details

• Bulb Depth: Plant tubers 4–6 inches deep, ensuring the “eye” or growing tip is facing upwards.
• Spacing: Space tubers 12–18 inches apart to allow for proper growth and airflow.
• Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0. Loamy or sandy soils work best.
• Sunlight: Requires full sun (at least 6 hours per day) to promote strong, healthy growth and vibrant blooms.

Care Instructions

Watering

• Keep the soil consistently moist, but ensure it is well-drained to prevent root rot. Avoid overwatering.

Fertilization

• Use a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) at planting time and once the plants are about 6 inches tall to encourage lush growth and abundant flowers.

Weeding and Mulching

• Mulch around the base to help retain moisture and keep weeds in check. Remove any weeds that may compete for nutrients.

Pest and Disease Control

• Pests: Watch for aphids, slugs, and spider mites. Use insecticidal soap or natural pest control methods to keep them in check.
• Diseases: Avoid overhead watering and ensure good airflow to reduce the risk of fungal diseases like mildew.

Harvesting

• For Blooms: Harvest flowers when they are fully open but still firm for the longest-lasting arrangements. The blooms can last up to a week in a vase.
• For Tubers: After the first frost, dig up the tubers carefully, dry them for several days, and store in a cool, dry place for the next planting season.

Storage

Short-Term Storage: Fresh dahlias will last up to a week in a vase. Long-Term Storage: Store the tubers in a cool, dry area at a temperature of 40–50°F (4–10°C) for winter storage, and replant in the spring.

Culinary and Aesthetic Uses

• Aesthetic: This elegant, pastel-colored dahlia mix works well in a variety of garden styles, particularly those with soft, muted color schemes.
• Floral Arrangements: Perfect for creating sophisticated bouquets for weddings, events, or everyday use, adding a soft, creamy elegance to any display.

Conclusion

Dahlia Cafe con Leche Mix is the perfect addition to any garden looking for a touch of understated elegance. With its soft and sophisticated color palette, this mix brings a delicate beauty to flower beds and containers, while also making an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements. Its large, dinnerplate blooms are sure to create a lasting impression all summer long.