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DAHLIA 'Bishop of Llandaff
Peony form. Purple foliage, semi-double scarlet flowers
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
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Good to know
An old favourite and one of the best for beds and borders. named for Bishop Hughes of Llandaf (now Cardiff) in 1924. Wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects. -
Pests & Diseases
Slugs, earwigs, caterpillars, powdery mildew, mosaic virus -
Place of origin
Garden origin -
Red
Scarlet -
PaeonyMass mixed irregular petals, with or without stamens
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Semi-doubleTwo rows of petals with conspicuous stamens
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BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous border
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
1.1m (3½ft) -
Spread
45cm (18in)
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TuberousTuberous perennial. Flowers to 7cm (3in) across.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilHumus-rich.
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Full sun
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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