Dahlia Seeds (Dinnerplate) - Mystery Day
Estimated delivery between February 05 and February 08.
Dahlia Mystery Day is a stunning dinnerplate dahlia known for its striking, bicolor blooms. With its large, dramatic flowers featuring rich purple and white tones, this variety is sure to stand out in any garden. The bold color contrast and the size of the flowers make it a favorite for flower beds, borders, and as a statement piece in bouquets. Mystery Day is perfect for gardeners who want to add a touch of elegance and drama to their garden space.
Key Benefits
- Large, Eye-Catching Flowers: Features enormous, 8–10 inch blooms with a unique combination of purple and white petals.
- Vibrant Color Contrast: The deep purple center gradually fades into white edges, creating a striking visual effect.
- Long Blooming Period: Produces abundant flowers from mid-summer to fall, adding color and interest to your garden for months.
- Ideal for Cut Flowers: The large blooms make this dahlia variety an excellent choice for floral arrangements and bouquets.
- Strong and Sturdy: Despite the large flowers, the plants have strong, sturdy stems that can support the weight of the blooms.
Variety Features
- Plant Characteristics: Tall, upright plants with dark green foliage that provides a beautiful backdrop for the vibrant flowers.
- Bloom Season: Blooms from mid-summer to fall, with flowers that last for weeks, offering a continuous display of color.
- Growth Habit: Grows up to 36–42 inches tall, making it perfect for the back of borders or as a focal point in garden beds.
- Flower Size: Dinnerplate-sized blooms, typically 8–10 inches in diameter, with a showy and bold appearance.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- Plant Dahlia Mystery Day tubers in late spring or early summer, once the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed to at least 60°F (15°C).
- Best grown in full sun, although partial shade can be tolerated in hotter climates.
Planting Details
- Bulb Depth: Plant tubers 4–6 inches deep with the "eye" of the tuber facing upwards.
- Spacing: Space tubers 18–24 inches apart to ensure ample room for the plants to grow.
- Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0.
- Sunlight: Full sun is ideal for abundant blooms, though partial shade can work in hotter climates.
Care Instructions
Watering
- Keep the soil evenly moist, providing about 1 inch of water per week. Water deeply, especially during dry spells, to encourage deep root growth.
- Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases.
Fertilization
- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) at planting time, and again when the plants reach 6 inches in height.
- Continue fertilizing every 4–6 weeks to encourage strong growth and vibrant blooms.
Weeding and Mulching
- Regularly remove weeds to prevent competition for nutrients.
- Apply mulch to keep the soil moist, cool, and to suppress weed growth.
Pest and Disease Control
- Pests: Watch for aphids and slugs. Use organic remedies, such as insecticidal soap or diatomaceous earth, to control pests.
- Diseases: Dahlia Mystery Day is susceptible to fungal diseases like powdery mildew. Ensure good air circulation and avoid watering the foliage.
Harvesting
- For Blooms: Cut flowers when they are fully open but still firm, ensuring the petals are not wilted or damaged.
- For Tubers: After the first frost, dig up the tubers, dry them completely, and store them in a cool, dry location for the winter.
Storage
Short-Term: Fresh cut flowers can be stored in water to extend their life in floral arrangements. Long-Term: Store tubers in a cool, dry location (around 40°F or 4°C) over the winter months to ensure they remain viable for the next planting season.
Culinary and Aesthetic Uses
- Aesthetic: Dahlia Mystery Day adds a dramatic and elegant touch to garden beds, borders, or containers. The bicolor blooms make it perfect for contrast planting with other vibrant or pastel flowers.
- Floral Arrangements: The large, bold blooms make Mystery Day an excellent choice for both fresh and dried floral arrangements, adding an eye-catching focal point to any bouquet.
Conclusion
Dahlia Mystery Day is a stunning dinnerplate variety that will add drama and beauty to your garden. With its large, bicolor blooms and long-lasting flowers, it’s perfect for creating a bold and elegant garden display. Whether used in flower beds, borders, or as cut flowers, this dahlia variety is sure to impress with its striking color contrast and strong, sturdy stems.
Dharaseeds
Dahlia Seeds (Dinnerplate) - Mystery Day
Estimated delivery between February 05 and February 08.
Dahlia Mystery Day is a stunning dinnerplate dahlia known for its striking, bicolor blooms. With its large, dramatic flowers featuring rich purple and white tones, this variety is sure to stand out in any garden. The bold color contrast and the size of the flowers make it a favorite for flower beds, borders, and as a statement piece in bouquets. Mystery Day is perfect for gardeners who want to add a touch of elegance and drama to their garden space.
Key Benefits
- Large, Eye-Catching Flowers: Features enormous, 8–10 inch blooms with a unique combination of purple and white petals.
- Vibrant Color Contrast: The deep purple center gradually fades into white edges, creating a striking visual effect.
- Long Blooming Period: Produces abundant flowers from mid-summer to fall, adding color and interest to your garden for months.
- Ideal for Cut Flowers: The large blooms make this dahlia variety an excellent choice for floral arrangements and bouquets.
- Strong and Sturdy: Despite the large flowers, the plants have strong, sturdy stems that can support the weight of the blooms.
Variety Features
- Plant Characteristics: Tall, upright plants with dark green foliage that provides a beautiful backdrop for the vibrant flowers.
- Bloom Season: Blooms from mid-summer to fall, with flowers that last for weeks, offering a continuous display of color.
- Growth Habit: Grows up to 36–42 inches tall, making it perfect for the back of borders or as a focal point in garden beds.
- Flower Size: Dinnerplate-sized blooms, typically 8–10 inches in diameter, with a showy and bold appearance.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- Plant Dahlia Mystery Day tubers in late spring or early summer, once the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed to at least 60°F (15°C).
- Best grown in full sun, although partial shade can be tolerated in hotter climates.
Planting Details
- Bulb Depth: Plant tubers 4–6 inches deep with the "eye" of the tuber facing upwards.
- Spacing: Space tubers 18–24 inches apart to ensure ample room for the plants to grow.
- Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0.
- Sunlight: Full sun is ideal for abundant blooms, though partial shade can work in hotter climates.
Care Instructions
Watering
- Keep the soil evenly moist, providing about 1 inch of water per week. Water deeply, especially during dry spells, to encourage deep root growth.
- Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases.
Fertilization
- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) at planting time, and again when the plants reach 6 inches in height.
- Continue fertilizing every 4–6 weeks to encourage strong growth and vibrant blooms.
Weeding and Mulching
- Regularly remove weeds to prevent competition for nutrients.
- Apply mulch to keep the soil moist, cool, and to suppress weed growth.
Pest and Disease Control
- Pests: Watch for aphids and slugs. Use organic remedies, such as insecticidal soap or diatomaceous earth, to control pests.
- Diseases: Dahlia Mystery Day is susceptible to fungal diseases like powdery mildew. Ensure good air circulation and avoid watering the foliage.
Harvesting
- For Blooms: Cut flowers when they are fully open but still firm, ensuring the petals are not wilted or damaged.
- For Tubers: After the first frost, dig up the tubers, dry them completely, and store them in a cool, dry location for the winter.
Storage
Short-Term: Fresh cut flowers can be stored in water to extend their life in floral arrangements. Long-Term: Store tubers in a cool, dry location (around 40°F or 4°C) over the winter months to ensure they remain viable for the next planting season.
Culinary and Aesthetic Uses
- Aesthetic: Dahlia Mystery Day adds a dramatic and elegant touch to garden beds, borders, or containers. The bicolor blooms make it perfect for contrast planting with other vibrant or pastel flowers.
- Floral Arrangements: The large, bold blooms make Mystery Day an excellent choice for both fresh and dried floral arrangements, adding an eye-catching focal point to any bouquet.
Conclusion
Dahlia Mystery Day is a stunning dinnerplate variety that will add drama and beauty to your garden. With its large, bicolor blooms and long-lasting flowers, it’s perfect for creating a bold and elegant garden display. Whether used in flower beds, borders, or as cut flowers, this dahlia variety is sure to impress with its striking color contrast and strong, sturdy stems.
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.