{"product_id":"my-love-dahlia-white-semi-cactus-dahlia-tuber","title":"My Love Dahlia | White Semi-Cactus Dahlia Tuber","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"568\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eMy Love Dahlia is an elegant white semi-cactus dahlia grown for its pointed petals and clean, bright flower display. The fully double blooms are white to creamy white, often with a soft greenish-yellow centre as the flower opens.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eIts fresh white colouring makes it ideal for cottage gardens, moon gardens, mixed dahlia beds and cut-flower arrangements. The spiky semi-cactus flower form adds texture while still giving a soft, classic look in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"876\"\u003eSupplied as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"830\"\u003edry dahlia tuber\u003c\/strong\u003e, ready for planting once the soil has warmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1d7mrtu\" data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"889\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"147mj7o\" data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"922\"\u003eWhite to creamy white flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gj4dzs\" data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"954\"\u003eSemi-cactus dahlia bloom form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e2e2e2\" data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"990\"\u003ePointed, slightly incurved petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"es94qz\" data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eExcellent cut flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10hd3cj\" data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eFlowers from summer into autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rwe5xl\" data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eTall upright growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tsf5tg\" data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eSuitable for garden beds, borders and large pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y9cah7\" data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eSupplied as a dry dahlia tuber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"wrsej5\" data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003ePlant dahlia tubers from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eSeptember to December\u003c\/strong\u003e, once the risk of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eChoose a position in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003efull sun to light part shade\u003c\/strong\u003e with fertile, well-drained soil. Full sun gives the strongest flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003ePlant the tuber with the growing eye facing upward and cover with approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003e5–10cm of soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. Avoid cold, wet soil, as this can cause tubers to rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003eWater lightly after planting, then increase watering once shoots appear. Dahlias prefer regular moisture during active growth and flowering but dislike waterlogged soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eStake taller plants early to support stems and reduce wind damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"q28b85\" data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eFlowering Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003ePlanting season:\u003c\/strong\u003e September to December\u003cbr data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eFlowering season:\u003c\/strong\u003e December to April, depending on climate and planting time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1976\"\u003eDeadhead regularly to encourage more flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gs6rew\" data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003eClimate and Hardiness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003eMy Love Dahlia suits warm-temperate, cool-temperate, subtropical and mild coastal Australian gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2244\"\u003eDahlias are \u003cstrong data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003enot frost hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e. In frost-prone areas, plant after the last frost and lift tubers in winter if soil becomes cold and wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003eIn very hot climates, afternoon shade can help protect flowers from harsh summer heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"189qedo\" data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"3052\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dahlia hybrid ‘My Love’\u003cbr data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2400\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e My Love Dahlia\u003cbr data-start=\"2431\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2443\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Cactus Dahlia\u003cbr data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003eSupplied As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry dahlia tuber\u003cbr data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e White to creamy white with a soft greenish-yellow centre\u003cbr data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2595\"\u003eFlower Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully double semi-cactus blooms with pointed petals\u003cbr data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2650\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003eFlower Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 12–15cm across\u003cbr data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2698\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003eFlowering Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to autumn\u003cbr data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"2739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2739\" data-end=\"2758\"\u003eApprox. Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 100–125cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2778\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003eAspect:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light part shade\u003cbr data-start=\"2818\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2830\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, well-drained soil\u003cbr data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2860\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2860\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular moisture during active growth\u003cbr data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"2914\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2914\" data-end=\"2934\"\u003eFrost Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not frost hardy\u003cbr data-start=\"2950\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2953\" data-end=\"2968\"\u003ePet Safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toxic to pets if eaten\u003cbr data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"3003\"\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garden beds, borders, large pots and cut flowers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x5xxf7\" data-start=\"3054\" data-end=\"3071\"\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3073\" data-end=\"3131\"\u003eImages show mature flowering plants and are examples only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3249\"\u003eYou will receive a dry dahlia tuber, not a plant in flower. Tuber size, shape and shooting stage may vary naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3251\" data-end=\"3372\"\u003eFlower colour, height, bloom size and flowering time may vary depending on climate, planting time and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1dmfj1q\" data-start=\"3374\" data-end=\"3401\"\u003eBiosecurity and Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3403\" data-end=\"3509\"\u003eState, territory and regional biosecurity restrictions may apply to dahlia tubers and live plant material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3511\" data-end=\"3595\"\u003ePlease check whether this item can be sent to your delivery address before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1hryhf7\" data-start=\"3597\" data-end=\"3603\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3605\" data-end=\"3676\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3605\" data-end=\"3629\"\u003eWhat will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3629\" data-end=\"3632\"\u003eYou will receive a dry My Love Dahlia tuber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3678\" data-end=\"3793\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3678\" data-end=\"3710\"\u003eWhat colour are the flowers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3710\" data-end=\"3713\"\u003eThe flowers are white to creamy white, often with a soft greenish-yellow centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3795\" data-end=\"3865\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3795\" data-end=\"3830\"\u003eWhat type of dahlia is My Love?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3830\" data-end=\"3833\"\u003eMy Love is a semi-cactus dahlia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3867\" data-end=\"3957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3867\" data-end=\"3894\"\u003eWhen should I plant it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3894\" data-end=\"3897\"\u003ePlant from September to December once frost risk has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3959\" data-end=\"4057\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3959\" data-end=\"3983\"\u003eWhen does it flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3983\" data-end=\"3986\"\u003eUsually from December to April, depending on climate and planting time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4130\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4085\"\u003eHow tall does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4085\" data-end=\"4088\"\u003eAround 100–125cm, depending on conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4132\" data-end=\"4220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4132\" data-end=\"4156\"\u003eCan it grow in pots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4156\" data-end=\"4159\"\u003eYes. 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