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DAHLIA 'Knockout'
Dwarf form. Large bright yellow ribbed, sunflower-like blooms with prominent orange centres. Black lacquered foliage
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects. Very suitable for containers. Mystic series (Mystic Illusion) -
Pests & Diseases
Slugs, earwigs, caterpillars, mosaic rust, powdery mildew -
Place of origin
Garden origin. New Zealand. Dr. Keith Hammett -
Orange
Orange centres -
Yellow
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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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
To 1m (39in) -
Spread
60cm (24in)
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TuberousUpright, bushy, clump-forming tuberous perennial. Flowers 10cm (4in) 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 moist 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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