Dahlia Mix Grab Bag

We're bringing a colorful surprise to your summer flowerbed with a Garden Magic grab bag full of dahlia seeds. The seeds come from dahlias sustainably grown on our flower farm. All colors and shapes are possible, because growing dahlias from seed means you never know exactly what will grow. A true grab bag, as you can see from the photos!
Through pollination by bees and other insects, different dahlia varieties are mixed to create entirely new varieties. Dahlias can be propagated from cuttings, tuber division, or seed. Both division and cuttings ensure pure varietal reproduction, but propagation from seed does not. Thus, the idea of ​​a bag full of anticipation, heart palpitations, and exciting moments, wondering which flower color and shape will enchant us.
We wish you a summer full of dahlia happiness!

Details :
Sowing indoors/greenhouse: Beginning to end of March
Sowing depth: Cover with a maximum of 0.5 cm of soil
Germination time: 7-14 days at 18-20°C

Height: 80-180 cm
Planting distance: 30 cm
Flowering time: from July
Location: Sunny
Water consumption: Medium
Soil: Loose, permeable, humus-rich soil
Fertilization: Fertilize regularly

Growing tips :
The seeds should only be lightly covered with soil and kept moist at all times. Warmth is very important, which can be provided by a heat mat or a warm windowsill. Once the seeds germinate after about 10 days, they should be placed in a bright location, otherwise they will grow tall and flop over. The more light, the better. Once the first pair of true leaves has formed, the young plants can be transplanted into larger pots filled with potting soil.
Once the dahlia reaches a height of approximately 20 cm, it should be pinched, meaning the main stem is shortened. To do this, it is cut above the second pair of leaves. This branching will produce side shoots, making the dahlia more compact, bushy, and flowering.
At the end of April, the young plants can be hardened off during the day at a temperature of 12 degrees Celsius to ensure they have a good start to the season.
Dahlias are not frost-hardy and may only be planted outdoors after the Ice Saints.
For tall varieties, support is recommended.

Use :

cut flower
Food for insects

Cut flower :
The long blooming period makes the dahlia a perfect flower for summer bouquets. Dahlia buds don't open in the vase and should therefore only be harvested once the flower has opened.
The best time to cut is early in the morning, when they are no longer wet with dew, or in the evening. Depending on the variety, dahlias can last several days in a vase.

Contents :
approx. 20 seeds
Store in a cool, dry place.