Dahlia Labella® Medio – Labella® Medio Dahlia

Brighten your containers and flower beds with the Dahlia Labella® Medio series, a collection of compact dahlias that produce a continuous display of blooms from early summer until the first frost. These varieties stand out with their sturdy stems and perfectly formed flowers, offering a show of vibrant and contrasting colours. Whether it's the deep 'Red' or the bold patterns of the 'Fun' varieties, these dahlias instantly transform your pots into dynamic and sophisticated focal points.

Characteristics

• Foliage: Features deeply lobed, rich dark green leaves, creating a striking contrast that makes the flower colours pop.
• Flowering / Fruit / Stems: Produces an abundance of double, uniform flowers held on strong stems that do not require staking.
• Light: Requires direct sunlight to maximize flower production.
• Habit: Presents a rounded and compact shape, ideal for container gardening.
• Growth: Shows moderate growth, reaching approximately 25 to 30 cm (10 to 12 inches) in height and width.
• Soil: Thrives in soil rich in organic matter that is perfectly drained.
• Temperature: Annual plant (non-hardy); tubers can be overwintered indoors away from frost.
• Resistances: Good tolerance to summer heat and less prone to diseases when drainage is adequate.

Use

• Types of use: Shines in containers, terrace tubs, window boxes, or at the front of flower beds.
• Decorative advantages: Provides an instant and lasting splash of color; attracts pollinators throughout the season.

Maintenance

• Watering: Water regularly to keep the soil uniformly moist, but not waterlogged. Avoid wetting the foliage when watering.
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer for flowering plants every two weeks to support continuous blooming.
• Pruning: Systematically remove faded flowers (deadheading) to stimulate the appearance of new flower buds.
• Planting: Plant outdoors only when all risk of frost has passed and the soil has warmed up.
• Winter Protection: To save the variety, dig up the tubers after the first light frost, let them dry, and store them in a cool, dark place (around 5°C).