Dahlia Waterlily
Fiorentina
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90-100cm -
5-10cm -
Full Sun
90-100cm 
5-10cm 
Full SunDahlia ‘Fiorentina’ is a decorative waterlily-type dahlia that brings a bold yet elegant flair to the garden. Its blooms are semi-double and bicoloured, with vibrant red petals tipped in white, creating a striking contrast that feels both classic and artistic. The rounded, slightly open form gives it a soft, waterlily-like silhouette.
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🌸 Bloom Size: Around 8-10 cm, semi-double with a rounded form
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🌿 Height: Grows to about 90 cm, with upright, branching stems
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☀️ Sunlight: Thrives in full sun, needing 6–8 hours daily
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🪴 Best Use: Ideal for cutting gardens, mixed borders, or as a bicoloured focal point
- The best time to plant Dahlias here in NZ is September or October, but can be planted anytime from mid August through to late December.
- Dahlias love sun ,so choose a nice sunny spot in your garden. Ideally a spot that gets at least 4 hours of full sun a day.
- Dahlias will grow in almost any soil, but prefer well drained loamy soil conditions.
- Prepare the ground a few weeks before planting by digging over the soil thoroughly and adding a little well rotted compost and an application of general fertiliser.
- Before planting the tubers, apply stakes (for larger varieties) staking after planting damages roots and tubers.
- Plant your Dahlia tubers about 5-10cm deep and about 50cm apart with the eye facing upwards. Water well and keep moist being careful not to over-water.
For a full overview of how to plant Dahlias visit our Gardeners Guide.
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