Dahlia Decorative
Bluetiful
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100-110cm -
5-10cm -
Full Sun
100-110cm 
5-10cm 
Full SunDahlia ‘Bluetiful’ is a decorative dahlia that lives up to its charming name with lavender-blue blooms that are as close to true blue as dahlias get. The flowers are medium-sized (about 15 cm ) and feature slightly ruffled petals that give them a soft, romantic texture.
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🌸 Bloom Size: Around 15 cm, fully double and gently ruffled
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🌿 Height: Grows to 90–120 cm with a sturdy, upright habit
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☀️ Sunlight: Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
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🪴 Best Use: Excellent for cutting gardens, borders, or as a cool-toned focal point
‘Bluetiful’ blooms from mid to late summer through autumn, and its soft lilac-purple tones pair beautifully with whites, silvers, or deeper purples for a serene garden palette
- 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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