Tom Pouce Dahlia
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Description
The Tom Pouce Dahlia is a vibrant and charming variety known for its eye-catching, bicolor blooms. With its unique combination of soft pink and white petals, accented with subtle streaks of deeper pink, this dahlia is a showstopper in any garden. The fully double flowers are large, round, and perfectly symmetrical, making them a beautiful addition to flower beds, borders, and containers. Named after the famous French pastry, the Tom Pouce Dahlia will bring a sweet, whimsical touch to your outdoor space while making a delightful statement in floral arrangements.
Features and Specifications:
- Plant Height: Grows to a height of 90–110 cm, adding height and structure to any garden display.
- Flower Size: Large, fully double blooms measuring 12–15 cm in diameter, with pink and white petals featuring subtle pink streaks.
- Blooming Season: Blooms from mid-summer to the first frost, providing a long season of color and beauty.
- Sunlight Requirements: Prefers full sun, requiring 6–8 hours of direct sunlight per day for healthy growth and vibrant blooms.
- Soil Type: Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil that is kept moist but not waterlogged.
- Ideal Uses: Perfect for flower beds, borders, containers, and as a lovely cut flower for floral arrangements.
- Growth Rate: Fast-growing; flowers typically appear 8–10 weeks after planting.
Planting Instructions:
- Sowing Time: Start tubers indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost date or plant outdoors after the last frost.
- Spacing: Space plants 30–40 cm apart to allow for proper growth and airflow.
- Watering: Water regularly to keep soil moist, ensuring deep watering during dry spells for healthy blooms.
Key Benefits:
Charming Bicolor Blooms: The soft pink and white flowers, accented with streaks of pink, create a delicate and sweet appearance, perfect for a romantic garden theme.
- Long-Lasting Blooms: Enjoy vibrant flowers from mid-summer through the first frost, ensuring extended beauty and color in your garden.
- Versatile: Ideal for flower beds, borders, containers, or as a lovely cut flower in arrangements.
Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, enhancing the overall health of your garden.


