Dahlia 'Honka Dark'
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Dahlia 'Honka Dark'
- Make a jaw-dropping, incredibly dramatic architectural statement with the spectacular, deep velvety black-red, star-shaped flowers of this extraordinary dahlia.
- Dahlia 'Honka Dark' features striking, contrasting yellow centers that make the dark, moody petals pop brilliantly in the summer sunlight.
- This dahlia creates phenomenal, high-impact contrast when planted alongside bright silver foliage or luminous white, late-flowering perennials.
- It is a massive favorite among bees and butterflies, ensuring your dark, sophisticated floral display is always buzzing with vibrant wildlife.
- Incredibly vigorous and visually unforgettable, it is the ultimate, show-stopping thriller plant for creating a bold, modern, designer garden.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Dahlia 'Honka Dark' grows well in a 30cm pot if kept above 0°C during winter.
How big does it get?
Dahlia 'Honka Dark' typically reaches a mature height of 70 cm and a spread of 40 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Dahlia 'Honka Dark' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Dahlia 'Honka Dark' prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Dahlia 'Honka Dark' requires about 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil moist but avoiding waterlogging.
Will this plant need pruning?
Dahlia 'Honka Dark' 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 'Honka Dark' 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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