Dahlia Fubuki
Nadia Ruth
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80-90cm -
5-10cm -
Full Sun
80-90cm 
5-10cm 
Full SunDahlia Nadia Ruth
Nadia Ruth produces big, fluffy blooms in a soft blend of blush pink, creamy white and the faintest touch of peach. Its deeply split, finely fringed petals give the flowers a wild, feathery appearance, while the colouring gently fades towards the tips. A beautiful large-flowered Dahlia that makes a cracking statement in both the garden and the vase.
Height: Approx. 90–120cm
Flower size: Approx. 15–20cm
Type: Fimbriated / Laciniated
Flowering time: Summer through to autumn
Position: Full sun
Best for: Cutting gardens, borders and large arrangements
- 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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