Dahlia Taxi Driver ('Vdtg57') (PBR) (Dark Angel Series)
single-flowered dahlia
Taking its visual cues from the classic thriller Taxi Driver, the bright yellow single blooms with golden central eye and bronze-black foliage of this compact dahlia are a nod to the yellow and black taxi in this film noir.
From the cinematic-inspired Dark Angel Series, these tuberous perennials are happy to pick up pollinating passengers such as butterflies and bees when in flower from mid-summer to the first frosts.
From the cinematic-inspired Dark Angel Series, these tuberous perennials are happy to pick up pollinating passengers such as butterflies and bees when in flower from mid-summer to the first frosts.
How to care for Dahlia Taxi Driver ('Vdtg57') (PBR) (Dark Angel Series):
Dahlia tubers can be planted outside after frost, or started off in pots under glass in late winter to early spring. Plant them horizontally approximately 12cm deep, making sure the ‘eyes’ are uppermost. Allow enough room between each tuber so the plants can grow and spread to their full size without being over-crowded.
While in growth, provide a high-nitrogen liquid feed each week in June, then a high-potash fertiliser each week from July to September. Stake with canes or brushwood if it becomes necessary. In mild areas, leave them in situ over winter, but protect the crown with a generous layer of dry mulch.
In colder areas, carefully lift and clean the tubers once the first frosts have blackened the foliage and allow them to dry naturally indoors. Then place the dry tubers in a shallow tray, just covered with slightly moist potting compost, sand or vermiculite and store in a frost-free place until planting out again.
While in growth, provide a high-nitrogen liquid feed each week in June, then a high-potash fertiliser each week from July to September. Stake with canes or brushwood if it becomes necessary. In mild areas, leave them in situ over winter, but protect the crown with a generous layer of dry mulch.
In colder areas, carefully lift and clean the tubers once the first frosts have blackened the foliage and allow them to dry naturally indoors. Then place the dry tubers in a shallow tray, just covered with slightly moist potting compost, sand or vermiculite and store in a frost-free place until planting out again.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.5m
Eventual spread:
0.5m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
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This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
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Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
1 × tuber
£5.99
Delivered by early February
3 × tubers
£16.00
£5.33 each
Delivered by early February
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