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Dahlia Mignon Mix seeds

Dahlia variabilis Mignon Mix

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These small dahlias bloom from June in a profusion of single and bright flowers, in cheerful and varied colours: yellow, orange, pink, white, and red. Planted en masse, they animate the borders, the foregrounds of flower beds, or pots on the terrace or balcony until the first frosts. Vigorous and floriferous variety.
Flower size
5 cm
Height at maturity
45 cm
Exposure
Sun
Germination time (days)
15 days
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Sowing period February to May
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Description

The 'Mignon Mix' single Dwarf Dahlia is a blend of vividly coloured and simply beautiful Garden Dahlias. It forms low clumps that bloom with bright yellow, red, orange, medium pink, and white flowers. Planted en masse, they find a place in all gardens, even the smallest ones, in borders, flower beds and on terraces or balconies. The stout and vigorous plant produces numerous flowers from June until the frosts.

Dahlias, from the aster family, are originally native to the high plateaus of Mexico. Currently, the approximately 20,000 horticultural varieties created by humans can be found in gardens worldwide. 
The 'Mignon Mix' variety is a dwarf Dahlia derived from Dahlia variabilis. The plant will not exceed 45 cm in all directions, it has a bushy and compact habit, not requiring staking. The flowering period of this variety is from June to October. The heads measure 5 cm in diameter, resembling lovely simple corollas, composed of a row of well-opened petals, in various vivid colours. The central disc is yellow. The very branched stems are hollow, and the leaves are opposite and divided into 3 or 5 very toothed lobes. The leaves and stems are dark green.

To encourage flowering and extend the blooming period, make sure to remove faded flowers. Even better, regularly cut them to create charming colourful bouquets by combining various varieties.

The Dahlias from the 'Mignon Mix' selection create beautiful splashes of colour at the edge of borders, harmonising with Coneflowers, Sneezeweeds, and Cosmos, for example. Pair them with a Pennisetum villosum, a feathery-looking grass, to add a touch of softness to the setting. This variety is also perfect for container growing, ideal for enhancing terraces and balconies.

A star plant for borders and cottage gardens, Dahlias confidently accompany the most beautiful flowers as well as the humble ones from the vegetable garden. They create beautiful flowering pots or charming bouquets. In Mexico, this tuberous plant was initially cultivated as a root vegetable for consumption. However, its poor taste qualities relegated it to the status of an ornamental plant. Since then, the interest in their beautiful exuberance has never waned.

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Dahlia: planting, care and growing tips
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by Virginie T. 19 min.
Dahlia: planting, care and growing tips
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Flowering

Flower colour multicoloured
Flowering time June to October
Inflorescence Flower head
Flower size 5 cm
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour dark green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 45 cm
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Dahlia

Species

variabilis

Cultivar

Mignon Mix

Family

Asteraceae

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference • 23237

Planting and care

Sow the Dahlia Mignon Mix in February-March, in seed trays or pots of seed compost placed in a propagator or a warm place, to maintain a temperature of 18 to 20°C. The seeds will be buried under 1.5 mm of fine soil. Germination will occur within 7 to 21 days. Transplant the young plants into 8 cm pots when they are large enough to be moved, taking care not to damage the roots. Harden these seedlings gradually and transplant them when all risk of frost has passed, maintaining a spacing of 30 cm. Plant Dahlias in full sun after the last frosts; rich, moist, and well-drained soils are perfect. However, stagnant moisture would promote tuber rot. Amend the soil with compost and sand if necessary. Work the soil deeply and enrich it, for example, with crushed horn or dehydrated blood. After planting, water generously once and then renew this watering regularly during the first 6 weeks to aid in rooting. Dahlias are sensitive to cold, so they need to be overwintered. In November, the first frosts will blacken the foliage, indicating it's time to dig them up. Carefully unearth the tubers, remove as much soil as possible, let the foliage dry so the tubers can replenish their reserves. Then cut the stems to 10 cm. Spread your bulbs in a crate on newspaper. Store them protected from frost in a dry, cool, dark place, such as a frost-free garage or attic. In southern regions near the coast, experiencing few frosty days per year, it is possible to leave them in place. In this case, simply cover the ground with a layer of leaves or straw for protection.

Sowing period

Sowing period February to May
Germination time (days) 15 days

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Edge of border, Container, Slope
Ease of cultivation Experienced
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Moist soil, well-drained, rich

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