DAHLIA 'Moonfire'

Dwarf form. Bronze foliage and single, orange-yellow flowers with a red centre

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Available late spring to early summer 2021 - These plants will be available again sometime in late spring/early summer depending on growing conditions.

individually £11.50 each, 3+ £8.00 each

Available late spring to early summer 2021

1.5 to 2 Litre

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Orange - orange-yellow
Height - 80cm (32in)
Spread - 50cm (20in)
Tuberous - early-flowering dwarf bedding type. Flowers to 8cm (3in) across
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)
Full sun
Additional Features - Good to know - - wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects. Very suitable for containers
Pests & Diseases - aphids, caterpillars, earwigs, slugs, powdery mildew, mosaic virus
Place of origin - garden origin
Flower Shape - Single - Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
Summer
Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil - - humus-rich
Wildlife - Bee friendly -
Rabbit Resistant