Fire and Ice Dahlia | Red and White Ball Dahlia Tuber

Add bold contrast to summer gardens with Fire and Ice Dahlia, a striking red and white dahlia grown for its rounded ball-style blooms and strong garden presence.

The flowers feature rich red petals with crisp white tips, creating a dramatic two-tone effect that stands out in garden beds, borders and cut-flower arrangements. This variety is ideal for gardeners wanting bright colour, long seasonal flowering and excellent vase appeal.

Supplied as a dry dahlia tuber, ready for planting during the warmer months.

Features

• Striking red and white flowers
• Ball-style dahlia bloom form
• Excellent cut flower
• Flowers from summer into autumn
• Strong upright growth
• Suitable for garden beds, borders and large pots
• Great for bold seasonal colour
• Supplied as a dry dahlia tuber

Planting & Care

Plant dahlia tubers from September to December, once the risk of frost has passed and the soil has warmed.

Choose a position in full sun to light part shade with rich, well-drained soil. Full sun gives the strongest flowering.

Plant the tuber with the growing eye facing upward and cover with approximately 5–10cm of soil. Avoid planting into cold, wet soil, as this can cause tubers to rot.

Water lightly after planting, then increase watering once strong shoots appear. Dahlias prefer regular moisture during active growth and flowering, but they do not like waterlogged soil.

Stake taller plants early to support flower stems.

Flowering Time

Planting season: September to December
Flowering season: December to April, depending on climate and planting time

Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage continued blooming.

Climate and Hardiness

Fire and Ice Dahlia suits warm-temperate, cool-temperate, subtropical and mild coastal Australian gardens.

Dahlias are not frost hardy. In frost-prone areas, plant after the last frost and lift tubers in winter if the soil becomes cold and wet.

In very hot climates, afternoon shade can help protect flowers from harsh summer heat.

Product Details

Botanical Name: Dahlia hybrid
Common Name: Fire and Ice Dahlia
Type: Ball Dahlia
Supplied As: Dry dahlia tuber
Flower Colour: Red with white tips
Flowering Season: Summer to autumn
Approx. Height: 80cm–1.5m
Aspect: Full sun to light part shade
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
Watering: Regular moisture during active growth
Frost Tolerance: Not frost hardy
Pet Safety: Toxic to pets if eaten
Uses: Garden beds, borders, pots and cut flowers

Important Note

Images show mature flowering plants and are examples only.

You will receive a dry dahlia tuber, not a plant in flower. Tuber size, shape and shooting stage may vary naturally.

Flower colour, height, bloom size and flowering time may vary depending on climate, planting time and growing conditions.

Biosecurity and Shipping

State, territory and regional biosecurity restrictions may apply to dahlia tubers and live plant material.

Please check whether this item can be sent to your delivery address before ordering.

FAQ

What will I receive?
You will receive a dry Fire and Ice Dahlia tuber.

What colour are the flowers?
The flowers are red with white tips.

When should I plant it?
Plant from September to December once frost risk has passed.

When does it flower?
Usually from December to April, depending on climate and planting time.

Is it frost hardy?
No. Dahlias are frost tender and should be protected from frost.

Can it grow in pots?
Yes. Use a large pot with quality, free-draining potting mix.

Is it water-wise?
Not really. Dahlias prefer regular moisture during active growth and flowering.

Is it pet-safe?
No. Dahlias are toxic to pets if eaten.