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Dahlia Totally Tangerine

Dahlia Totally Tangerine
Dahlia

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I'm disappointed...because the tuber obtained doesn't match the tuber that was ordered...and the disappointment is amplified by the long wait for the first flowers...and when the first one finally shows up...well, it's not the expected flower. And this isn't the first time...it would be good to pay attention to it...

Francis, 18/08/2021

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This anemone-flowered dahlia bears lavender-pink heads adorned with a large fringed heart in a shade of rusty-orange with a touch of golden yellow. It blooms from summer until the first frost. Its lovely colours perfectly suit the autumn light. It is stunning in flower beds as well as in flower pots. It is also excellent as a cut flower.
Flower size
8 cm
Height at maturity
90 cm
Spread at maturity
50 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -4°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March to May
Recommended planting time March to June
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Flowering time July to October
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Description

Dahlia 'Totally Tangerine' is an anemone-flowered variety. It is one of the recent cultivars that prioritise smaller, somewhat nostalgic flowers that captivate with their delicate architecture and their colours that are both soft and warm. It produces an abundance of medium-sized flowers composed of a collar of petals in a smoky lavender-pink shade tinged with salmon, displaying a large fringed heart in a deep rusty-orange tone with hints of golden yellow. It blooms from summer until the first frosts. Its beautiful colours work perfectly with bright blue flowers and the foliage of cotinus, for example, both in flower beds and bouquets.

 

Dahlias belong to the Asteraceae family and are originally from the high plateaus of Mexico. There are currently thousands of horticultural varieties that have conquered gardens worldwide. They are tender perennials with fleshy tubers.

Dahlias are classified based on the shape of their flowers. 'Totally Tangerine' is classified as a decorative dahlia with anemone-like flowers. In this group, the coloured ligules of the head are arranged in pompons in the centre and surrounded by a wider collar. In this variety, the heads are 7 to 8cm (3in) in diameter, and the outermost ligules are almost flat, arranged in a single collar, in a smoky pink shade washed with orange. The ones in the centre are shorter and fringed, displaying a deep coppery-orange shade. They are tightly packed together like a big cushion. Flowering takes place from July (sometimes as early as the end of June) until October. The plant will reach a height of 80 to 90cm (32 to 35in), with a bushy and dense habit. The highly branched stems are hollow, and the leaves are divided into 3 or 5 toothed leaflets. The leaves and stems are of a medium green colour.

 

Remove faded flowers to encourage new blooms. You can use cut flowers to make colourful bouquets, combining them with other varieties. 

The delightful flowering of this variety looks wonderful displayed against beautiful foliage and the delicate spikes of grasses (Briza media, panicum, molinia, calamagrostis). This combination will emphasise the contrast between the delicacy of tall grasses and the more refined character of the dahlia's flower. Amaranths, cosmos, perennial salvias, and echinaceas are also perfect companions, as they bloom simultaneously.

Dahlias are stars of borders and ornamental gardens, confidently accompanying the most beautiful flowers. However, they are also appreciated alongside vegetable plants. In Mexico, this tuberous plant was first cultivated as a root vegetable for consumption. Its poor taste qualities quickly saw it categorised as an ornamental plant. Since then, the interest in their beautiful exuberance has never waned.

 

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Dahlia Totally Tangerine (Flowering) Flowering
Dahlia Totally Tangerine (Foliage) Foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 90 cm
Spread at maturity 50 cm
Growth rate fast

Flowering

Flower colour salmon
Flowering time July to October
Inflorescence Flower head
Flower size 8 cm
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Dahlia

Cultivar

Totally Tangerine

Family

Asteraceae

Other common names

Dahlia

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference830771

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From 6,90 € 2L/3L pot

Planting and care

'Totally Tangerine' is easy to grow in all regions. Plant in spring as soon as the last frost has passed. For abundant flowering, plant the tubers in full sun in rich, moist but well-drained soil. Stagnant moisture causes 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. Place your tuber and crumble the soil well to fill without air pockets. Cover 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 help with rooting. 

Dahlias are sensitive to cold, so they need to be overwintered. Dig the tubers up when the first frost has blackened the foliage. Carefully remove 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 lined with newspaper. Store them in a frost-free, dry, cool, and dark place, such as a garage or attic. In mild regions without frost, or those close to the coast, it is possible to leave them in place. In this case, simply cover the ground with a carpet of leaves or straw for protection.

 

 

Planting period

Best planting time March to May
Recommended planting time March to June

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border, Back of border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -4°C (USDA zone 9b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 4 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Moist soil, Fertile, well-drained.

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Needs to be stored
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