Dahlia Decorative
Pacific Jewel
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100-120cm -
5-10cm -
Full Sun
100-120cm 
5-10cm 
Full SunDahlia ‘Pacific Jewel’ is a decorative dahlia that sparkles with soft charm and painterly detail. Its semi-double blooms are a delicate lilac-pink, brushed with deeper pink veining that gives each flower a hand-painted look. The petals are slightly cupped and airy, creating a light, jewel-like presence in the garden.
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🌸 Bloom Size: 5–10 cm, semi-double with brushstroke markings
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🌿 Height: Grows to 100–120 cm, with upright stems and a bushy habit
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☀️ Sunlight: Thrives in full sun, prefers well-drained soil
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🪴 Best Use: Ideal for cutting gardens, borders, or as a pastel accent
‘Pacific Jewel’ blooms from mid-summer through autumn, and its soft colouring makes it a versatile companion in pastel-themed borders or romantic arrangements. It’s easy to grow, pollinator-friendly, and excellent for cutting, with blooms that hold well in 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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