Dahlia Yankee Doodle Dandy

Average Packet Content 50 seeds

Large blooms up to 7cm (3") across, each boasting a distinctive "collar" of secondary florets in a contrasting colour. The bushy plants are ideal for border or container. Height 50-60cm (20-24"). HHP - Half-hardy perennial.

Growing Information

Full growing instructions given on packet.

Sowing Information

Sow in a propagator on a windowsill or in a greenhouse at approx. 15-20°C (60-68°F) using a good quality, moist seed compost. Germination 5-20 days. Cover the seeds with 6mm (1?4") sieved compost. Transplant resulting seedlings into trays or singly into 7.5cm (3") pots and grow on. Acclimatise plants before planting out when all danger of frost has passed, 38- 45cm (15-18") apart. Choose an open, sunny position.