Dwarf Dahlia Double Extreme Mix Seeds

Dahlia 'Double Extreme' is a very attractive collection of compact dahlias with semi-double or fully double blooms in a wide array of warm, intense shades. Planted en masse, they will be a great addition to any garden, no matter how small, as well as terraces or balconies. This selection is first year flowering, blooming prolifically from July until the first frosts. Ideal for borders, growing to the front of flowerbeds or in pots.

Dahlias belong to the Asteraceae family and are native to Mexico. Nowadays, some 20,000 horticultural varieties are grown in gardens all over the world. 'Double Extreme' produces dwarf plants with a bushy, compact habit, that don’t require support. Each plant grows to approximately 50 cm in height and 40 cm in width. The flowering period takes place from July to October. The 6 cm wide, semi-double or fully double corollas are made up of several rows of ray flowers in a variety of warm, sunset shades including white, yellow, orange, red and deep red, surrounding a yellow central disc. Blooms are plain or two-toned. The stems are well branched and hollow, bearing opposite leaves that are subdivided into 3 or 5 toothed lobes. Both leaves and stems are dark green. To encourage repeat flowering and extend the flowering period, take care to remove faded flowers regularly. Better still, cut the flowers regularly to create beautiful, colourful arrangements.

Dahlias are great for creating patches of colour towards the front of summer beds and borders. They combine well with Echinacea, Helenias and Cosmos or with the soft, feathery plumes of ornamental grasses such as Pennisetum villosum. This dwarf variety is particularly suitable for growing in pots and containers on the patio or balcony.