Dahlia ‘Showntell’

‘Showntell’ is one of those few varieties whose luminosity is an irresistible eye-catcher. In fact, it is one of the most remarkable dahlias in the gardens of Clos du Coudray.

This dahlia produces large cactus flowers with bright orange petals chiseled in gold. Robust, it measures between 90 cm and 1.10 m depending on the richness and nature of the soil. Its color goes wonderfully with perennial plants with yellow flowers such as rudbeckias, solidagos, heleniums, inulas … But also with annuals such as tithonias, ornamental tobaccos with white flowers, marigolds and grasses such as large miscanthus. This flower prefers rich soil and full sun exposure.

Culture

All floors are suitable as long as they are not soggy. Choose a location sheltered from the winds, otherwise you will have to stake your plants. Remember, dahlias are greedy! Prepare your soil by bringing in well-rotted compost. To get very large flowers, remove the buttons below the terminal button. In the event of heat or strong drought, water regularly.
In regions where the ground freezes in winter, dig up the tubers in autumn without washing them and place them in a dry and frost-free room. In other regions with mild winters, it is possible to leave the tubers in the ground if it is not soggy in winter: in this case, cut all the stems low to the ground in November, then spread a layer of dead leaves on the ground. the strains. Place a piece of wire mesh and bricks to maintain this protection.