Dahlia Creme De Cassis I

Dahlia Creme De Cassis I is an exquiste lily-shaped variety that produces beautiful pale lilac flowers with purple edging and centre. Ideal for your Summer borders or bedding plants, also perfect for cut flowers. Short varieties can also be grown in containers on the patio or balcony. 

Flowers

All summer long.

Flowering Height

70cm.

Planting Depth

15cm/6 inches.

Planting Distance

90cm/36 inches.

Planting Time

March Onwards.

Soil/Position

Any well cultivated, garden soil with a good supply of organic material. Sunny sites away from strong winds.

Expert’s Tip

For early flowering, tubers may be started off in boxes in April; use a light soil mixed with compost. Keep slightly moist, cool and free from frost. When danger of frost has passed, plant out the sprouted tubers. If used as a cut flower, cut flowers only when completely developed.