When can you buy dahlia tubers in NZ?

Pre-orders placed now for Hippeastrums, Dahlias, Begonias, Zantedeschia and Gladioli ship from early to mid September as there are already many orders in the system. They do not ship with lily orders, even if ordered online at the same time.

What month do you plant dahlia bulbs?

when to plant dahlias Dahlias are tender tubers, which means they won’t survive a frost. Start them off undercover in early spring, then plant them outside after the frosts have passed in late May or June.

What is the best time to plant dahlia bulbs?

A: Dahlia tubers are best planted after the soil has warmed a bit, between mid-April and mid-May. In a sunny location with soil that drains well, dig a deep, wide hole and work in a good amount of compost.

How do you plant dahlia bulbs NZ?

Plant from late August to late October or after all threat of frost has passed. Plant 5-6cm deep, 50cm apart in well-drained soil in full sun. Fertilise well with blood and bone and again with liquid fertiliser when flowering and spray with fungicide for powdery mildew if required.

How do you store dahlia bulbs NZ?

(In very cold areas, if you want to save your dahlia tubers for next year, dig them about a week after the first frost. Let the tubers air dry for several days. Then store in a cool location in paper bags or boxes filled with peat moss.

Should I soak dahlia bulbs before planting?

Before planting, soak tubers in a bucket of tepid water for an hour so they can fully rehydrate. Starting off your dahlia tubers in pots will also encourage them to develop more quickly, so they’re likely to start flowering earlier.

Can you leave dahlias in the ground over winter?

Dahlias are are warm weather plants and their foliage will not tolerate freezing temperatures. If you live in hardiness zones 8-10, where winter temperatures rarely fall below 20° F, you may leave your dahlia tubers right in the ground. Simply cut the plants back to several inches above soil level.

Can you leave dahlias in the ground over winter NZ?

How to look after dahlias over winter depends on where you live, how old the tubers are and what else you want to do with the garden space. If your soil freezes or gets sodden over winter, it’s recommended to lift the tubers so they don’t rot. Otherwise, you can leave them where they are for a couple of years.

Where can I buy dahlia tubers in New Zealand?

We are delighted to be a new source of boutique and hard to find Dahlia tubers, plants and cut flowers for New Zealand Gardeners and Florists. Our quality tubers are sourced from the most respected growers in the world and varieties are carefully selected for their exceptional performance and popularity for florists and home gardeners.

Where can I buy flower bulbs in New Zealand?

GardenPost is one of New Zealand’s largest garden mail order companies. We source the best bulbs, corms, tubers, and rhizomes from Holland and New Zealand’s finest producers and courier them right to your doorstep. We specialise in rare, new releases and good old fashioned “tried and true” varieties.

When do Swan Island dahlia tubers go on sale?

SPRING SALE 30% OFF ALL TUBERS – SALE EXTENDED TO JUNE 3RD! U.S Orders Only Restrictions Apply: 30% off Sale… We are Open for Local Walk-in Dahlia Tuber Sales! Walk-in Dahlia Tuber Sales April & May Hours…

Is it OK to use dahlia tubers as flowers?

Generally tighter, smaller blooms last longer as cut flowers, but the larger ones can be show stoppers in grand-scale but short-lived arrangements. All dahlias are supplied as single tubers or occasionally a small clump ready to find a home in your garden.