Dahlia Purple Bouquet
Dahlia Purple Bouquet
Dahlia Purple Bouquet
Dahlia
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Description
The 'Purple Bouquet' Anemone Dahlia, as its name suggests, is a variety of purple flowers particularly suited for bouquet arrangements. Of medium stature, it produces an abundance of variable-shaped flower heads, composed of a more or less double collar of purple petals topped with a slightly redder, frilly-looking heart, more or less developed. These whimsical flowers add a lot of charm to floral compositions.
Dahlias are tuberous plants in the large Asteraceae family, originally native to the high plateaus of Mexico. At present, the approximately 75,000 horticultural varieties obtained by humans have invaded, to our great pleasure, gardens worldwide. Dahlias are classified according to the shape of their flowers. 'Purple Bouquet' is classified in the category of decorative dahlias with anemone-like flowers. In this group, the coloured ligules of the flower head are arranged in pompoms in the centre and surrounded by a wider collar of ligules. In this variety, the flower heads are 12cm (5in) in diameter and the outer ligules, of intense purple colour, are almost flat, organized in a semi-double to double collar. Those in the centre are shorter, tubular, and fringed, tightly packed together like a cushion. This heart is more or less developed depending on the flower heads, some resembling classic decorative dahlias. The flowering takes place from July to October. The plant will reach a height of 1m (3ft), with a bushy and dense habit. The highly branched stems are hollow, and the leaves are divided into 3 or 5 leaflets, which are toothed. The leaves are a fairly dark green, while the stems are more or less purplish.
To promote repeat flowering and extend the flowering period, take care to remove faded flowers. Even better, regularly create attractive colourful bouquets by combining various varieties. The richly coloured flowering of this 'Purple Bouquet' variety will be enhanced by the foliage and the delicate spikes of grasses (Briza media, Panicum, Molinia, Calamagrostis), to emphasize the contrast between the delicacy of tall grasses and the more refined character of its flower. The flowering of Amaranthus, Agastaches, and Echinaceas is perfect as an accompaniment to that of dahlias, as they occur simultaneously, as well as the flowering of cosmos or perennial salvias, for example.
As star plants in ornamental gardens, dahlias are undoubtedly beautiful flowers. Impeccable in flower beds, they can also enhance the vegetable garden. In Mexico, this tuberous plant was first cultivated as a root vegetable for consumption. Its poor taste qualities quickly relegated it to the status of an ornamental plant. Since then, interest in their beautiful exuberance has never waned.
Dahlia Purple Bouquet in pictures
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Botanical data
Dahlia
Purple Bouquet
Asteraceae
Dahlia
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
The 'Purple Bouquet' anemone Dahlia is easy to grow in all regions. For abundant flowering, it is good to follow a few simple rules, plant the tubers in full sun as soon as the last frost has passed, rich, fresh and well-drained soils are perfect. Stagnant moisture, on the other hand, would promote rotting of the tubers. Feel free to amend the soil with compost and sand if necessary. Work the soil deeply and enrich it, for example, with crushed horn or dehydrated blood. Place your tuber and fill the soil without leaving any air pockets. Your dahlia should be covered with about 6cm (2in) of soil. At the end of planting, water once abundantly and then repeat this watering regularly during the first 6 weeks to aid in rooting.
Dahlias are sensitive to cold, they need to be overwintered. In November, the first frost causes the foliage to turn black, it is time to dig them up. Carefully unearth the tubers. Remove as much soil as possible. Let the foliage dry so that the tubers can replenish their reserves. Then cut the stems to 10cm (4in). Spread your bulbs in a box on a newspaper. Store them in a frost-free, dry, cool, and dark place, such as a garage or an unheated attic. In Southern regions, close to the coast, experiencing only a few days of frost per year, it is possible to leave them in place. In this case, simply cover the ground with a carpet of leaves or straw for protection.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.