Dahlia Decorative
Pacific Ocean
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80-90cm -
5-10cm -
Full Sun
80-90cm 
5-10cm 
Full SunDahlia ‘Pacific Ocean’ is a decorative dahlia that glows with coastal charm and painterly elegance. Its bi-coloured blooms feature soft lemon-yellow petals tipped in rosy pink, creating a gentle gradient. The flowers are semi-double to fully double, with a light, airy form that dances in the breeze.
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🌸 Bloom Size: 8–10 cm, semi-double with brushstroke markings
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🌿 Height: Grows to 80–90 cm, with upright stems and a compact habit
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☀️ Sunlight: Thrives in full sun, prefers well-drained loamy soil
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🪴 Best Use: Ideal for borders, containers, or as a pastel accent 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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