
Dahlia Decorative
Mikayla Miranda
Dahlia ‘Mikayla Miranda’ is an informal decorative dahlia that brings a dreamy, watercolour softness to the garden. Its large white blooms are gently brushed with lavender-pink edges, and some flowers reveal a soft green glow at the center, adding depth and elegance. Each bloom is slightly different, giving the plant a painterly, ever-changing charm.
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🌸 Bloom Size: 15–18 cm, fully double with broad, rounded petals
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🌿 Height: Grows to 90–110 cm
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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 romantic focal point
‘Mikayla Miranda’ blooms prolifically from midsummer until frost, and its lush, open form makes it a standout in pastel-themed borders or bridal arrangements. It’s easy to grow, low maintenance, and pollinator-friendly, with strong stems that hold up well in rain and bouquets.
- 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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