Dahlia 'Nuit d'Ete'

Also known as: Dahlia hybrids 'Nuit d'Ete'

This award-winning cultivar is distinctive for its spiky flowers and deep red color. A member of the Cactus Dahlias family, which are hybrids of other dahlia cultivars, the dahlia 'Nuit d'Ete' was named for its summer blooming period and night-like color. Gardeners love to use dahlia 'Nuit d'Ete' when they want to add some drama or a centerpiece to their gardens.

Scientific classification

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

1.2 m

Plant Height

60 cm

Spread

Red, Black

Flower Color

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Dahlia 'Nuit d'Ete'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Dahlia 'Nuit d'Ete' requires ample water due to its large leaves but is sensitive to overwatering due to fleshy roots. Water promptly during drought and ensure drainage in rain. Initially, water once daily on sunny days, increasing as growth intensifies, preferably before sunrise or after sunset.

Fertilize: Dahlia 'Nuit d'Ete' thrives in fertile soil. Apply a thin liquid nitrogenous fertilizer every 10-15 days, switching to phosphate-potassium later. Fertilize every 7-10 days after flower bud emergence, but stop upon color change. Excessive heat or nutrient tips indicate fertilization issues.

Pruning: Dahlia 'Nuit d'Ete' features striking dark blooms. Prune in early spring to enhance growth and air circulation, cutting back to healthy leaves or buds. Pinch tips for bushier growth, regular deadheading promotes continuous flowering, and pruning aids in disease prevention for a healthier plant.

Propagation: Propagation of dahlia 'Nuit d'Ete' can be done through root division, cutting, or sowing. Root division occurs in early spring at 15℃, producing about five seedlings per tuber. Cutting offers faster rooting at temperatures above 25℃, while sowing is for breeding, with blooms appearing in 1-2 years.

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