Dahlia Decorative
Lady Liberty
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100-120cm -
5-10cm -
Full Sun
100-120cm 
5-10cm 
Full SunDahlia ‘Lady Liberty’ is a decorative dinnerplate dahlia that embodies grace and grandeur with its pristine white blooms and gently reflexed petals that curve elegantly backward toward the stem. The flowers are luminous and sculptural, making them a favorite for wedding arrangements and serene garden palettes.
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🌸 Bloom Size: 15–18 cm, fully double with reflexed petals
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🌿 Height: Grows to 100–120 cm, with lush green foliage and sturdy 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, borders, or as a bridal focal point
‘Lady Liberty’ blooms from mid-summer through autumn, and its clean white colouring makes it a versatile companion for both pastel and jewel-toned plantings. It’s easy to grow and reliably floriferous, offering a high-impact display with minimal fuss.
- 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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