Dahlia Single
Dracula
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20-30cm -
5-10cm -
Full Sun
20-30cm 
5-10cm 
Full SunDahlia ‘Dracula’—part of the Dark Angel Series—is a single-flowered dahlia that casts a moody spell with its deep crimson blooms and dark burgundy foliage. The flowers are small but striking, with open faces that glow against the shadowy leaves, making it a favourite for pollinator gardens and gothic-inspired borders.
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🌸 Bloom Size: Around 5–7 cm, single with a golden center
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🌿 Height: Grows to 30–60 cm, compact and bushy
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☀️ Sunlight: Thrives in full sun, prefers rich, well-drained soil
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🪴 Best Use: Ideal for containers, front-of-border planting, or as a pollinator magnet
‘Dracula’ blooms from summer through autumn, and its dark foliage adds contrast and depth to pastel companions or silver-leaved accents. It’s easy to grow, low maintenance, and excellent for wildlife, attracting bees and butterflies with its open form. Its compact size makes it perfect for small gardens, patios, or balcony pots.
- 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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