Dahlia 'Bishop of Canterbury'
Rich plum hues, bronze foliage
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Dahlia 'Bishop of Canterbury'
- Make an enormous, unforgettable statement with the spectacular, rich plum-magenta flowers of this incredibly glamorous and sophisticated perennial.
- Dahlia 'Bishop of Canterbury' combines its intense, jewel-toned blooms with magnificent dark bronze foliage for an absolutely breathtaking, designer look.
- This dahlia is a phenomenal blooming machine, putting on a relentless, high-impact display of single, pollinator-friendly flowers all the way into late autumn.
- It thrives in full sun and pairs brilliantly with ornamental grasses, offering a spectacular, modern twist on the classic cottage garden aesthetic.
- Incredibly easy to grow and highly rewarding, it is an absolute must-have for any gardener looking to create a dramatic, deeply colored focal point.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Dahlia 'Bishop of Canterbury' grows well in a 30cm pot if kept above 0°C during winter.
How big does it get?
Dahlia 'Bishop of Canterbury' typically reaches a mature height of 90 cm and a spread of 50 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Dahlia 'Bishop of Canterbury' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Dahlia 'Bishop of Canterbury' prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Dahlia 'Bishop of Canterbury' requires about 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil moist but avoiding waterlogging.
Will this plant need pruning?
Dahlia 'Bishop of Canterbury' 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 'Bishop of Canterbury' 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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