{"product_id":"dahlia-winkie-whopper-apricot-orange-dinnerplate-tube","title":"Dahlia ‘Winkie Whopper’ | Giant Apricot-Orange Dinnerplate Dahlia Tuber","description":"\u003cp\u003eDahlia ‘Winkie Whopper’ lives up to its name with enormous decorative blooms featuring broad, open petals in warm apricot-to-orange tones. This Australian-bred dinnerplate variety produces flowers exceeding 20cm across and makes an impressive garden or cut-flower display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: The flower image shown is an example only and is intended as a guide. Flower colour, size and form may vary slightly depending on climate, seasonal conditions and how the plant is grown.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied as one dormant dahlia tuber—not a flowering plant. Dahlia tubers naturally vary in size and shape.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGiant decorative dinnerplate dahlia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm apricot-to-orange flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlooms can exceed approximately 20cm across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad, open petals create a full decorative form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers throughout summer and autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for cutting and floral displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustralian-bred cultivar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStaking recommended for the large flower heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dahlia hybrid ‘Winkie Whopper’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giant decorative dinnerplate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apricot to warm orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower size:\u003c\/strong\u003e More than 20cm under suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 80–150cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant width:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 50–100cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light part shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–10cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 60cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool to subtropical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bred in South Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e One dormant tuber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant during spring or early summer once the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Choose a sunny position with fertile, humus-rich and freely draining soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition the tuber horizontally approximately 5–10cm beneath the surface, with the growing point or eye facing upwards. Avoid keeping the dormant tuber excessively wet. Begin regular watering once shoots emerge, allowing the soil to drain between watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall a stake at planting time to avoid disturbing the roots later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOngoing Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a complete fertiliser during active growth and mulch around the plant while keeping the emerging stems clear. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can produce abundant foliage with fewer flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinching out the central growing tip once the plant has developed approximately four sets of leaves can encourage bushier growth. Remove side buds if you want fewer but larger flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeadhead regularly to extend flowering and protect young shoots from snails and slugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat colour is Winkie Whopper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts flowers range from warm apricot and honey-orange to richer orange tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow large are the flowers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dinnerplate blooms can exceed 20cm across. Final size depends on climate, nutrition and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same variety as Yellow Winkie?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Yellow Winkie has primrose-yellow and rosy-pink flowers. Winkie Whopper is an apricot-to-orange variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tall does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlants generally reach approximately 80–150cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it require staking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Staking is recommended because its large flowers can become heavy, especially following rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be grown in a pot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Use a large, stable container with premium, freely draining potting mix. Container-grown blooms may be smaller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for cutting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its enormous warm-coloured blooms create an impressive floral display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will receive one dormant dahlia tuber. 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