Tango Terrace Dahlia – A Striking Dance of Colour in Your Garden
Turn your garden into a stage with the Tango Terrace Dahlia, where deep maroon and creamy-white petals swirl together like dancers in motion. Compact yet bold, this variety is perfect for terraces, patios, and borders, offering non-stop blooms from summer through late autumn.
Bred specifically as a terrace type in Europe, the Tango Dahlia is admired for its vibrant bicolour petals and long-lasting performance in both the garden and vase. Beyond beauty, its petals are edible – a fun addition to summer salads and desserts.
Why You’ll Love Tango Terrace Dahlias
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🌸 Vibrant contrast – maroon and white blooms that catch the eye instantly.
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🌞 Perfect for South African summers – thrives in our sunny climate.
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🪴 Compact and versatile – ideal for containers, patios, and smaller gardens.
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💐 Excellent cut flowers – long vase life makes them a florist favourite.
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🌱 Reliable bloomers – months of colour from December through May.
Growing Tips for South African Gardens 🌱
Soil: Plant in well-draining soil with added compost. Improve heavy clay with sand and organic matter. Mulch helps retain moisture during hot spells.
Sunlight: Full sun brings out the richest colours. In very hot inland areas, a little midday shade reduces stress.
Planting:
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Season: October – December.
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Depth: 8 cm deep with tubers positioned horizontally.
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Spacing: 30–40 cm apart – perfect for terrace planting.
Watering: Water deeply every 3–4 days. Avoid overwatering, as dahlias dislike soggy soil.
Feeding: Apply Hadeco Bulb Food regularly to fuel healthy growth and more blooms.
Care:
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Pinch back young shoots for bushier plants.
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Remove faded flowers to encourage fresh blooms.
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Provide support if stems lean under heavy blooms.
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In July, lift tubers, cut stems back to 5 cm, and store in a dry spot until the next season.
Bring the rhythm of the Tango Terrace Dahlia into your garden and enjoy a lively display of colour all summer long.
Family: Asteraceae
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Planting time: October – December
Flowering time: December - May
Dormant: May – August
Lifting time: July
Type: tuberous root
Mature height: 20-180cm
Planting depth: 8cm deep. Do not separate the tubers and roots from the clump.
Plant spacing: 15-40cm apart
Watering: Every 3-4 days when planted in the ground for 10 minutes