Dahlia 'Arabian Night'
Deep, velvety black-red doubles
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Dahlia 'Arabian Night'
- Bring a touch of dark, moody romance to your planting scheme with the spectacular, deep velvety black-red blooms of this legendary decorative dahlia.
- Dahlia 'Arabian Night' produces incredibly rich, perfectly formed, fully double flowers that demand to be the absolute center of attention in any border.
- This dahlia is an incredibly prolific bloomer, guaranteeing you a massive, continuous supply of breathtaking, exhibition-quality flowers for months on end.
- It boasts incredibly thick, sturdy stems that are absolutely perfect for cutting, allowing you to easily bring high-end, luxurious floral drama straight into your home.
- If you want the ultimate, show-stopping thriller plant that screams sophistication and gothic elegance, this highly reliable variety is an absolute non-negotiable.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Dahlia 'Arabian Night' grows well in a 30cm pot if kept above 0°C during winter.
How big does it get?
Dahlia 'Arabian Night' typically reaches a mature height of 100 cm and a spread of 50 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Dahlia 'Arabian Night' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Dahlia 'Arabian Night' prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Dahlia 'Arabian Night' requires about 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil moist but avoiding waterlogging.
Will this plant need pruning?
Dahlia 'Arabian Night' does not strictly need pruning, but regular deadheading will encourage more flowering. Once the foliage is blackened by the first frost (0°C), cut the stems back to around 15 centimetres.
How hardy is this plant?
Dahlia 'Arabian Night' is generally rated H3, tolerating temperatures down to -5°C. In milder southern areas of the UK, tubers can remain in the ground over winter with a thick mulch, but in colder northern regions, they should be lifted and stored frost-free.
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