Dahlia Decorative
Caribbean Fantasy
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80-90cm -
5-10cm -
Full Sun
80-90cm 
5-10cm 
Full SunDahlia ‘Caribbean Fantasy’ is a decorative dahlia that brings a tropical sunset to your garden. Its blooms are a mesmerizing blend of creamy white petals with yellow bases and vivid red or peachy-pink streaks, creating a painterly, almost flame-like effect. Each flower is unique, making it a true standout in any setting.
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🌸 Bloom Size: 10–15 cm, fully double and rounded
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🌿 Height: Grows to 90–120 cm, ideal for mid to back-of-border planting
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☀️ Sunlight: Loves full sun and well-drained soil
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🪴 Best Use: Perfect for cutting gardens, borders, or as a tropical focal point
It blooms from mid-summer through to the first frost, offering a long season of vibrant colour. Its strong stems and prolific flowering habit make it a favourite for bouquets and garden drama alike.
- 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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