Dahlia 'Bantling'

Also known as: Dahlia hybrids 'Bantling'

The dahlia 'Bantling' is a showy, herbaceous perennial heralded for its vibrant and intricate bloom. Often flaunting brilliant hues, the flower's geometric petals array themselves in a painterly fashion around its central disk. Enjoys well-drained, fertile soil, and thrives under the full sun, its stature and coloration peaking in late summer. Each blossom is a centerpiece, making dahlia 'Bantling' a favorite for gardens and displays.

Scientific classification

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

1.7 m

Plant Height

1 m

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

5 cm to 8 cm

Flower Size

Red, Orange, Pink

Flower Color

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Dahlia 'Bantling'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Dahlia 'Bantling' requires ample water due to its large leaves but is susceptible to root rot. Water effectively during sunny days, especially in later growth stages, ensuring proper drainage while avoiding overwatering. It's best to water dahlia 'Bantling' before sunrise or after sunset.

Fertilize: Dahlia 'Bantling' requires fertile soil with a liquid fertilizer applied every 10-15 days, focusing on nitrogen early and phosphate-potassium later. Fertilize every 7-10 days once flower buds appear, but stop when buds show color. Adjust fertilization based on growth conditions to prevent deficiencies or excesses.

Pruning: Dahlia 'Bantling' features vibrant blooms and structured growth. Prune in early spring, removing spent flowers and damaged stems to enhance health and air circulation. Clean, sharp tools minimize plant stress, ensuring dahlia 'Bantling' thrives and remains a focal point in any garden.

Propagation: Propagation of dahlia 'Bantling' involves root division, cutting, and sowing. Root division is simple with high survival rates; plant tubers at 15℃. Cutting is preferred for faster rooting; insert cuttings in moist soil with 70%-75% humidity at temperatures above 25℃. Sowing takes 1-2 years for blooms.

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