The purple foliage of dahlias quickly conquers people’s hearts. Actually, this is why so many people love these flowers. Dahlias are also outstanding in flower beds before they flower due to the soft green foliage and flowers in pastel tones.
There is no better name for this flower than dahlia 'Fascination'. Its flowers are composed of two rows of petals of an especially dazzling shade of rose. They surround a black disk studded with golden stamens. These flowers are borne on sturdy stems. They flower in mid-July until frost and they produce seeds very quickly. Their flowering still suffers.
Dahlia 'Fascination' decorates both massive and small hedges in gardens or is offered in bouquets. It is needless to say that its port is naturally stocky. This flower grows in a bush up to 50 cm tall.
The tubers should be put in the ground in the late frost period without watering. All soils are suitable for this flower, which is not at all soggy. Choose a location sheltered from strong winds. Remember that dahlias are hungry plants, so prepare your soil with well-rotted compost.
These flowers should be watered deeply more rarely rather than a little each day in hot or extremely droughty conditions. Do not wet the foliage. Remove the spent flowers regularly for the tussocks to remain sharp.
In areas where the soil freezes in winter, you should dig the tubers in autumn without washing and store them in a dry and frost-free place. In areas where the winters are mild, you can leave the tubers in the ground provided that the ground is not waterlogged in winter. Otherwise, you should cut all the stalks from the ground in November and then spread a layer of dead leaves on the stem and protect them.
The identity card of Dahlia 'Fascination'
Family: Asteraceae
Dimensions: This variety is approximately 50 cm tall and spread. It is ranked among the peony flowers.
Spacing: Dahlias should be planted at a distance of 30 to 40 cm for a greater effect. They should be buried 10 cm deep into the ground.
Growth: Fast because the growing cycle begins in April-May and ends in October. The tubercle allows the plant to survive in winter, but it should not freeze.
Appearance: The root is in the form of a tubercle from which upright stems and many leaves arise. The foliage is purple, almost black.
Flowering: Abundant and lasts from mid-July to early October. The semi-double flowers that measure 10 cm in diameter are composed of large purple or pink petals.
Soil: Good garden soil is appropriate provided that it is not soggy.
Exposure: Full sun is required for abundant and long-lasting flowering.
Climate: Dahlias can be cultivated in all regions. The planting takes place after the last spring frost.
Resistance: Dahlia 'Fascination' is resistant to the viruses that generally affect dahlias.