Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’ Tuber | Speckled Pink and Burgundy Dahlia

Add intricate colour and pattern to the garden with Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’, a distinctive dahlia producing rounded flowers in creamy white to blush-pink tones, generously marked with burgundy and maroon flecks.

The speckling and colour placement can vary naturally between flowers. Some blooms may be lightly marked, while others develop bold burgundy sections or appear almost completely wine coloured. This changing appearance makes every flowering display slightly different.

Its sturdy stems and abundant flowers make ‘Wine Dot’ an excellent choice for garden beds, cutting gardens and floral arrangements.

EXAMPLE IMAGE ONLY: The flower image shows an example of the expected mature bloom. Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’ naturally varies in colour and pattern. Flowers may be speckled, striped, partly burgundy or almost completely wine coloured. The supplied product is a dormant tuber—not a flowering plant.

Flower Characteristics

• Creamy white to blush-pink base colour
• Burgundy, maroon and magenta flecking
• Variable speckled and striped markings
• May occasionally produce partly or almost entirely burgundy flowers
• Small decorative to rounded ball-like flower form
• Flowers reaching approximately 10cm
• Deeply cupped, neatly arranged petals
• Strong stems suitable for cutting
• Abundant summer and autumn flowering

Natural Flower Variation

Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’ is known for producing natural variation in its colouring and markings.

Depending on the individual plant, growing conditions and bloom maturity, flowers may appear:

• Blush pink with fine burgundy flecks
• Creamy pink with maroon stripes
• Heavily splashed with burgundy
• Part pink and part burgundy
• Predominantly or almost completely burgundy

This variation is characteristic of the cultivar and does not indicate that the plant is incorrectly labelled.

Supplied as Dormant Tubers

Supplied as the selected quantity of dormant Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’ tubers.

Dahlia tubers naturally vary in size, shape and appearance. A smaller tuber can grow just as successfully as a larger tuber when it is healthy and has a viable eye or growing point.

Tubers may arrive without visible shoots or roots. This is normal while they are dormant.

Key Features

• Named Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’
• Creamy white to blush-pink flowers
• Distinctive burgundy and maroon speckling
• Natural variation between individual blooms
• Small decorative to ball-like flower form
• Flowers approximately 10cm across
• Strong stems suitable for cutting
• Vigorous and productive growth
• Grows approximately 90–120cm tall
• Flowers throughout summer and autumn
• Suitable for garden beds and large containers
• Frost-tender tuberous perennial
• Supplied as dormant tubers

Suitable Uses

• Cottage gardens
• Mixed flower borders
• Feature planting
• Cut-flower gardens
• Bouquets and floral arrangements
• Wedding and event flowers
• Large pots and containers
• Burgundy, blush and cream colour schemes
• Seasonal summer displays
• Dahlia collections

Planting Instructions

Plant Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’ during spring once the danger of frost has passed and the soil has begun to warm.

Choose a sunny position with fertile, free-draining soil. Avoid low-lying areas where water collects, as dormant tubers can rot when planted in continually wet soil.

Lay each tuber horizontally approximately 5–10cm below the soil surface, with the crown or growing point facing upwards. Cover gently with soil.

Space plants approximately 60cm apart to provide adequate room for growth and good airflow.

Install a sturdy stake at planting time. Adding support before the plant begins growing helps prevent accidental damage to the tuber later.

Avoid heavy watering immediately after planting. If the soil is already moist, wait until shoots begin appearing before commencing regular watering.

Care Instructions

Position

Grow Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’ in full sun, ideally with at least six hours of direct sunlight each day.

In hot Australian climates, protection from intense late-afternoon sun may help reduce heat stress and preserve flower quality.

Insufficient sunlight can produce weaker growth, softer stems and fewer flowers.

Soil

Plant in fertile, humus-rich and free-draining soil.

Improve the planting area with compost or well-aged organic matter before planting. Heavy clay soil should be amended to improve drainage, or the tubers can be grown in a raised garden bed or large container.

Excellent drainage is particularly important in subtropical climates and areas receiving heavy summer rainfall.

Watering

Once shoots emerge, water deeply and regularly while allowing the upper surface of the soil to begin drying between applications.

Increase watering during hot, dry or windy weather. Avoid keeping the soil continually saturated, particularly around the crown and tubers.

Water near the base of the plant where possible to reduce prolonged moisture on the foliage and flowers.

Feeding

Apply a balanced or flowering-plant fertiliser once active growth is established.

Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage lush foliage at the expense of flower production. Additional flowering fertiliser may be applied when buds begin developing, following the product label directions.

Staking

Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’ generally grows approximately 90–120cm tall and produces numerous flowers, so support is recommended.

Install a sturdy stake at planting time and secure the stems loosely as the plant grows. Allow enough space for natural movement and stem expansion.

Plants grown in exposed or windy positions may require additional support.

Pinching

For bushier growth and additional flowering stems, pinch out the central growing tip once the young plant has developed approximately four sets of leaves.

Pinching may delay the first flowers slightly but can encourage a fuller plant with more flowering branches.

Deadheading and Cutting

Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage continued blooming and prevent the plant from directing energy into seed production.

Flowers intended for arrangements are best cut during the cooler part of the morning. Place the stems into clean water promptly after cutting.

Regular cutting and deadheading can help extend the flowering season.

Hot and Humid Climates

In subtropical and humid regions, provide excellent drainage and generous spacing between plants.

Good airflow helps reduce the risk of fungal problems. Avoid continually wet foliage and water early enough for the leaves to dry before evening.

Protection from intense afternoon sun may help preserve flower quality during very hot weather.

End-of-Season Care

After flowering, allow the foliage to remain until it begins yellowing and dying back naturally. This enables the plant to return energy to its tubers.

In mild climates with free-draining soil, the tubers may be left in the ground during dormancy. Mark the planting position and keep the area relatively dry.

Established clumps can be lifted and divided periodically to prevent overcrowding and maintain vigorous growth.

In cold, frost-prone or persistently wet climates, lift the tubers after the foliage has died back. Allow them to dry before storing them in a cool, dark, frost-free and well-ventilated location.

Product Details

Botanical Name: Dahlia hybrid ‘Wine Dot’
Cultivar: ‘Wine Dot’
Common Name: Dahlia
Family: Asteraceae
Flower Classification: Small decorative dahlia with a rounded, ball-like form
Flower Colour: Creamy white to blush pink with burgundy, maroon and magenta markings
Flower Size: Approximately 10cm
Plant Height: Approximately 90–120cm; final height may vary
Flowering Period: Summer to autumn
Plant Type: Frost-tender tuberous perennial
Supply Format: Dormant tuber
Position: Full sun to light afternoon shade
Soil: Fertile, humus-rich and free-draining
Planting Depth: Approximately 5–10cm
Plant Spacing: Approximately 60cm
Water Needs: Moderate during active growth
Frost Tolerance: Frost sensitive
End Use: Garden display, large containers and cut flowers

Important Information

• The supplied product is a dormant tuber, not a flowering plant
• Tuber size and shape will vary naturally
• Tubers may arrive without visible shoots or roots
• Plant only when local growing conditions are suitable
• Avoid overwatering before shoots appear
• Mature height and flowering time will vary with climate and care
• Flower colours and markings will vary naturally
• Blooms may be speckled, striped, partly burgundy or almost completely burgundy
• Flower classification may be described as small decorative or ball-like
• Example images show possible mature flowers only

FAQ

What colour are Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’ flowers?

The flowers generally have a creamy white to blush-pink base covered with burgundy, maroon or magenta flecks and stripes.

Will every flower have identical markings?

No. ‘Wine Dot’ is known for natural variation. Some flowers may be lightly speckled, while others can be heavily marked, partly burgundy or almost completely wine coloured.

Can Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’ produce solid burgundy flowers?

Yes. Some plants or individual stems may occasionally produce flowers that are predominantly or almost entirely burgundy. This is a natural characteristic of the cultivar.

What flower form does ‘Wine Dot’ produce?

‘Wine Dot’ produces compact, rounded flowers with neatly arranged, cupped petals. Depending on the classification system used, it may be described as a small decorative or ball dahlia.

How large are Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’ flowers?

The blooms generally reach approximately 10cm across under suitable growing conditions.

How tall does Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’ grow?

Plants generally grow approximately 90–120cm tall, although final height will depend on climate, soil, position and care.

Will the tuber arrive flowering?

No. This product is supplied as a dormant tuber. The flower photograph is an example of a possible mature bloom only.

Can Dahlia ‘Wine Dot’ be grown in a container?

Yes. Use a large, stable container with drainage holes and a fertile, free-draining potting mix. Container-grown plants require regular watering, feeding and support.