Foxtrot Terrace Dahlia – A Dance of White, Yellow, and Purple
Step into the rhythm of the garden with the Foxtrot Terrace Dahlia. Its petals swirl in a graceful blend of creamy white, soft yellow, and delicate purple tips, creating a flower that looks like it’s twirling under the summer sun. Compact and elegant, this terrace variety is perfect for pots, patios, and borders – a true show-stopper that never misses a beat.
Did you know? Dahlia petals are edible and make a surprising garnish for salads, cakes, and summer drinks – adding a playful twist to your table.
Why You’ll Love Foxtrot Terrace Dahlias
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🌸 Dazzling blend of colours – white, yellow, and purple blooms that feel almost hand-painted.
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🌞 Perfect for South African summers – thrives in full sun and warm conditions.
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🪴 Compact terrace type – ideal for containers, courtyards, and smaller spaces.
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💐 Wonderful for cut flowers – their colour-shift petals bring elegance indoors.
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🌱 Continuous bloomers – enjoy vibrant flowers from December right through to May.
Growing Tips for South African Gardens 🌱
Soil: Use rich, well-draining soil. If your soil is clay-heavy, mix in compost and sand for better drainage. Mulch to lock in moisture during hot days.
Sunlight: Prefers full sun. In very hot inland regions, light midday shade will keep plants cool and blooming longer.
Planting:
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Season: October – December.
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Depth: Plant tubers 8 cm deep, lying horizontally.
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Spacing: 30–40 cm apart – ideal for compact planting.
Watering: Water deeply every 3–4 days. Avoid overwatering – dahlias prefer moist but not soggy soil.
Feeding: A boost of Hadeco Bulb Food every few weeks encourages lush growth and a flush of blooms.
Care:
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Pinch back early growth for bushier plants.
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Remove spent blooms to extend flowering.
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Taller stems may need gentle staking.
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Lift tubers in July, cut stems to 5 cm, and store dry until spring.
Add a touch of elegance and rhythm to your garden with the Foxtrot Terrace Dahlia – a variety that blooms as beautifully in a pot as it does in a border.
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