Dahlia Seeds

Dahlia 'Bloody Mary' – Seeds

(Dahlia variabilis)

Dahlia 'Bloody Mary' is a stunning compact variety that produces vibrant, dark red, fully double blooms with a rich, velvety texture. Its bushy habit and long flowering season make it ideal for borders, containers, and mixed flower beds. This eye-catching variety is also a favorite for cut flowers, adding dramatic color to bouquets and arrangements.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual (grown from seed)

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Borders and bedding displays

• Containers and pots

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 18–22°C

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant after last frost, spacing 25–30 cm

• Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooms

Zinnia Dahlia ‘Super Yoga’ – Giant, Fully Double Blooms for Maximum Impact

Zinnia Dahlia ‘Super Yoga’ produces huge, fully double blooms in brilliant, bold colors, making it a showpiece for borders and cutting gardens. These tall, vigorous plants thrive in full sun and summer heat, delivering long-lasting flowers that are perfect for arrangements and garden displays from summer right through to frost.

What Makes It Special

• Giant dahlia-type blooms in vibrant mixed shades

• Excellent for high-impact borders and large bouquets

• Long stems and strong structure for cutting

• Heat- and sun-loving with season-long blooms

• Perfect for gardeners seeking bold, statement flowers

Key Features

• Height: 75–90 cm – tall, sturdy plants

• Excellent vase life

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

• Easy to grow from seed

• Perfect for showy summer arrangements

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens and large floral arrangements

• Tall mixed borders

• Pollinator-friendly garden designs

• Summer-long colorful displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger has passed

• Cover seeds lightly with fine soil

• Germination: 5–10 days at 21–24°C

• Space plants 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Dwarf Dahlia ‘Unwin’s’ Mix – Compact, Colorful Summer Blooms

Dwarf Dahlia ‘Unwin’s’ Mix produces a vibrant blend of semi-double and double blooms in bold reds, pinks, yellows, purples, and whites. With its compact, bushy growth, this variety is perfect for borders, containers, and bedding displays. Flowering from mid-summer until frost, it offers continuous color and is excellent for cut flowers despite its shorter stems.

What Makes It Special

• Bright, diverse color mix for eye-catching displays

• Blooms continuously from mid-summer to frost

• Compact habit – ideal for smaller spaces

• Excellent for cutting and garden decoration

• Easy to grow from seed

Key Features

• Height: 45–60 cm – compact, bushy habit

• Half-hardy annual – flowers in first season from seed

• Semi-double and double blooms in mixed shades

• Long-lasting blooms and great vase life

• Suitable for borders, pots, and bedding

Ideal For

• Bedding schemes and summer borders

• Patio containers and pots

• Small gardens and compact spaces

• Continuous summer-to-autumn color

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Cover lightly with fine soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C

• Transplant after frost danger has passed, spacing 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Zinnia Dahlia ‘Polar Bear’ – Pure White Double Blooms

Zinnia Dahlia ‘Polar Bear’ produces large, fully double dahlia-type blooms in crisp, pure white, bringing a fresh and elegant look to gardens and floral arrangements. Perfect for brightening mixed borders or adding contrast in bouquets, these tall plants flower from summer right through to frost and thrive in full sun.

What Makes It Special

• Striking pure white double blooms

• Adds elegance and contrast to garden displays

• Excellent cut flower with long vase life

• Thrives in heat and sun

• Blooms continuously all summer

Key Features

• Height: 75–90 cm – tall, sturdy plants

• Perfect for mixed-color schemes or all-white gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

• Easy to grow and low maintenance

• Strong stems for cutting

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens and wedding bouquets

• Tall borders and focal points

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Bright summer and autumn displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger has passed

• Cover seeds lightly with fine soil

• Germination: 5–10 days at 21–24°C

• Space plants 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Zinnia Dahliaflowered ‘Isabellina’ Seeds (Zinnia elegans)

Bring soft elegance to your garden with Zinnia Dahliaflowered ‘Isabellina’ (Zinnia elegans). This annual produces large, dahlia-like blooms in delicate pastel shades of cream and soft pink, creating a subtle yet striking display in borders, beds, and containers. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it’s perfect for adding charm and color to summer and autumn gardens.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors in early spring or directly outdoors after the last frost.

• Use well-drained soil in a sunny location.

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist until germination (7–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart for healthy growth.

• Water regularly but avoid waterlogging.

• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.

Key Features

• Large, dahlia-like flowers in soft pastel shades

• Long-flowering annual, summer through autumn

• Easy to grow and maintain, ideal for beginners

• Perfect for fresh cut flowers and bouquets

• Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies

Ideal For

• Flower beds and borders

• Containers, patio planters, and window boxes

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring indoors or after frost outdoors

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Regular deadheading keeps blooms fresh and encourages continuous flowering.

Dahlia ‘Cactus’ Hybrids Mixed – Spiky, Dramatic & Bursting with Color

Dahlia ‘Cactus’ Hybrids Mixed brings an explosion of exotic, spiky-petaled blooms in a dazzling mix of colors. Their starburst-shaped flowers add drama, height, and texture to any summer display. Flowering from mid-summer until the first frost, they’re perfect for creating bold borders, stunning cut flower arrangements, and show-stopping garden focal points.

What Makes It Special

• Exotic, spiky “cactus” blooms for dramatic impact

• Rich mix of vibrant colors

• Long flowering period for continuous beauty

• Perfect for cutting and floral design

• Adds height and texture to garden beds

Key Features

• Height: 90–120 cm – tall, strong stems

• Half-hardy annual – blooms first season

• Large, starburst-shaped flowers

• Excellent vase life

• Attracts pollinators

Ideal For

• Tall borders and garden backdrops

• Cutting gardens and bouquets

• Adding exotic flair to displays

• Late-summer garden interest

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Lightly cover with fine compost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C

• Transplant after frost danger has passed, spacing 40–50 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and rich, well-drained soil

Zinnia Dahlia ‘Scarlet’ – Striking Double Blooms in Rich Red

Zinnia Dahlia ‘Scarlet’ produces large, fully double dahlia-type blooms in a deep, velvety red. Perfect for adding drama to summer borders and bouquets, these tall, heat-loving plants flower continuously from summer to frost. Their strong stems and long vase life make them a must-have for cutting gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Fully double blooms in bold scarlet red

• Adds drama and depth to garden displays

• Excellent cut flower with long vase life

• Thrives in full sun and heat

• Blooms non-stop until frost

Key Features

• Height: 75–90 cm – tall, sturdy plants

• Rich, intense color perfect for contrast planting

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

• Easy to grow and low maintenance

• Strong stems for cutting and arranging

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens and dramatic bouquets

• Tall borders and focal points

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Summer displays with high-impact color

Sowing

• Sow indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger has passed

• Cover seeds lightly with fine soil

• Germination: 5–10 days at 21–24°C

• Space plants 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Zinnia Dahlia ‘Envy’ Lime – Striking Green Blooms for Unique Displays

Zinnia Dahlia ‘Envy’ Lime is a truly unique variety producing large, dahlia-type blooms in an unusual chartreuse-lime green. These striking flowers stand out in borders, bouquets, and mixed plantings, adding a fresh and sophisticated touch. Long-lasting and heat-tolerant, they bloom continuously from summer to frost.

What Makes It Special

• Rare lime-green blooms not often seen in gardens

• Large, fully double dahlia-type flowers

• Long vase life – perfect for cutting

• Heat- and drought-tolerant for easy care

• Blooms all summer until frost

Key Features

• Height: 75–90 cm – ideal for middle or back borders

• Unique color that complements bright or pastel flowers

• Excellent for fresh and dried arrangements

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

• Sturdy stems hold up well in bouquets

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens and floral arrangements

• Mixed borders and cottage gardens

• Adding contrast to colorful plantings

• Late-summer wedding bouquets

Sowing

• Sow indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger has passed

• Cover seeds lightly with fine soil

• Germination: 5–10 days at 21–24°C

• Space plants 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Dahlia dwarf ‘Starlight’ – Seeds

(Dahlia variabilis)

The Dahlia dwarf ‘Starlight’ is a charming compact variety producing an abundance of single, star-shaped blooms in shades of red, pink, and white, often with contrasting centers. With its bushy, dwarf growth habit, this dahlia is ideal for containers, borders, bedding schemes, and patio displays. A long-flowering annual, it brings a burst of color from mid-summer until the first frost.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 25–35 cm

• Spread: 25–30 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Containers, pots, and patio displays

• Bedding and border plantings

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Compact summer color displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April, in trays at 18–22°C

• Sow depth: 0.5 cm, cover lightly with soil

• Transplant: Harden off and plant outdoors after last frost, spacing 25–30 cm apart

• Care: Water regularly, deadhead faded blooms to prolong flowering