Plant the tubers in spring after all danger of frost has passed. Warm soil encourages rapid establishment and abundant flowering.
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Floral arrangement 'Champagne Brunch' (3 plants)
Dahlia pinnata ‘Champagne Brunch’
Champagne Brunch Dahlia Mix combines decorative dahlias in delicate shades of soft pink, apricot, and champagne yellow. This elegant collection provides continuous, luminous blooms throughout the season.
Quantity
3 tubers
Exposure
Full sun
Hardiness
Zone 10
Difficulty level
Easy
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Family
Asteraceae
Type
Tuber
Cycle
Perennial
Champagne Brunch Dahlia Mix (Dahlia pinnata ‘Champagne Brunch’) is an elegant blend of decorative dahlias with large, fully double flowers in soft shades of pink, apricot, and champagne yellow. Their generous bloom period, from July until the first frost, brings light and refinement to summer landscapes. Growing to approximately 100 cm (40 in) tall, the plants quickly develop strong stems carrying an abundance of full, luminous flowers. This tender Zone 10 perennial is not hardy in Quebec, so the tubers must be lifted in autumn and stored in a frost-free location.
Plant the tubers in spring after all danger of frost has passed, 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 in) deep in rich, fertile, organic, and well-drained soil. Choose a location in full sun and space plants approximately 50 cm (20 in) apart to ensure good air circulation. Water lightly after planting, then more regularly as growth accelerates, keeping the soil evenly moist without excess water. Fertilize every two weeks, remove spent flowers to encourage new buds, and stake the stems when necessary. Overwinter the tubers in a cool, dry, frost-free location.
The ‘Champagne Brunch’ mix is perfectly suited to sunny flower beds, colourful borders, large containers, and cutting gardens. Its soft tones pair beautifully with cosmos, salvias, verbenas, zinnias, and ornamental grasses to create elegant, natural, and romantic displays. The double flowers have excellent vase life and are ideal for creating beautiful, luminous bouquets throughout the season. Their sustained flowering also brings life to the garden and may attract a variety of pollinators. When flowers are harvested regularly and spent blooms are removed, the plants continue producing until the first frost.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Planting depth
10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 in)
Establishment temperature
18 to 24°C (65 to 75°F)
Establishment time
7 to 21 days
Best planting time
Spring
Propagation
Divide the tubers in spring, ensuring each division has at least one healthy eye.
Growing method
Plant the tubers in spring after all danger of frost has passed, approximately 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 in) deep in rich, fertile, well-drained soil. Space plants 50 cm (20 in) apart and choose a location in full sun. Water lightly after planting, then increase watering as growth accelerates. Stake the stems if necessary to support the large blooms. Lift the tubers before the first frost and store them dry during winter.
Soil and care
The right conditions.
Exposure
Full sun
Soil pH
Neutral to slightly acidic
Hardiness zone
Zone 10
Minimum temperature
5°C (41°F)
Watering
Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist without becoming waterlogged. Reduce watering toward the end of the season.
Soil type
Rich, fertile, organic soil with excellent drainage.
Fertilization
Apply a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which encourages foliage growth at the expense of flowers.
Seasonal care
Remove spent flowers regularly to extend the blooming season. Keep the soil lightly moist throughout active growth and fertilize every two weeks. Lift the tubers before the first frost and store them in a cool, dry place.
Container growing
A controlled environment.
Recommended pot size
45 cm (18 in)
Container growing is ideal in a pot at least 45 cm (18 in) in diameter with excellent drainage. Use a rich, organic potting mix that remains fertile throughout the growing season. Place the container in full sun and water regularly to keep the soil slightly moist without becoming waterlogged. Fertilize every two weeks to support abundant flowering. Lift the tubers before the first frost and store them in a cool, dry, frost-free location until the following spring.
Bloom and dimensions
The complete profile.
Flower color
Multicoloured
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Deciduous
Growth rate
Fast
Bloom period
Large decorative flowers bloom continuously from midsummer until the first frost.
Fruiting
None
Harvest
None
Garden associations
What to plant with it.
Good companions
Cosmos, salvias, ornamental grasses, verbenas, and zinnias make excellent companion plants.
Avoid planting with
Young shoots may be damaged by slugs, while aphids, earwigs, and powdery mildew may occasionally affect the plants.
Ideal for flower beds, borders, large containers, and cut flower gardens.
From the garden to inspiration.
The flowers are grown primarily for their exceptional ornamental value and outstanding vase life. This blend of soft pink, apricot, and champagne yellow blooms creates refined, luminous bouquets. Cut flowers remain attractive for several days when the vase water is changed regularly.
Frequently asked questions
Everything toknow.
Yes. They perform exceptionally well in large, rich, well-drained containers. Growing them in pots also makes overwintering the tubers much easier.
Regular deadheading encourages the production of new flower buds and extends flowering until the first frost.
Yes. This collection is not hardy in cold climates. Lift the tubers before frost and store them in a dry, frost-free location throughout winter.
Yes. The decorative double flowers have excellent vase life and are ideal for elegant floral arrangements.
Its strengths, naturally.
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
