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DAHLIA 'Moonfire'
Dwarf form. Bronze foliage and single, orange-yellow flowers with a red centre
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OrangeOrange-yellow
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Height80cm (32in)
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Spread50cm (20in)
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TuberousEarly-flowering dwarf bedding type. Flowers to 8cm (3in) across
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy 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)
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Full sun
DAHLIA 'Moonfire'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowWildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects. Very suitable for containersPests & DiseasesAphids, caterpillars, earwigs, slugs, powdery mildew, mosaic virusPlace of originGarden origin
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Flower ShapeSingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous borderCottage gardenPatio / pot plantsSuitable for small gardens
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilHumus-rich
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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200g sachet which will cover 3 square metres. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi.
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All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
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