Dahlia Missis Amy - Buy Unique Summer Flowers? - Garden-Select.com

Height in cm 70

Flowering time July - October

Planting time March - May

The anemone type dahlia Missis Amy is a rewarding summer bloomer that will give you months of pleasure. Dahlia Missis Amy blooms all summer from July until the first night frost. Dahlia Missis Amy grows to a height of about 70 cm. Sometimes it is necessary to support the flower stems. Dahlia tubers can be planted in spring. Dahlia Missis Amy is sensitive to frost, so beware of late night frosts. Dig a spacious planting hole, loosen the soil and fill the planting hole with good potting soil. Carefully place the tubers in the planting hole and cover with 3-5 cm. of soil. The planting distance of the tubers is 30-60 cm. After planting, water the tubers immediately. Dahlias flower most profusely in full sun. After flowering, store the tubers in a frost-free place and you will enjoy them for years. Dahlia Missis Amy combines well with perennials and other dahlia varieties. The dark red flowers are real eye-catchers in the border. Dahlia Missis Amy is also an excellent cut flower and keeps well in the vase. The best time to cut dahlias is early in the day. Place the stems directly in lukewarm water with cut flower food.