Dwarf Dahlia Mignon Red

Dwarf Dahlia Mignon Red — variety description

Dwarf Dahlia Mignon Red (Dahlia variabilis) is an annual flower of the Daisy family (Asteraceae). Dahlia is an annual ornamental plant.

Reaches a height of up to 30cm.

Flowers from July to September.

Dahlias from seed (dwarf and mixtures) flower in their very first summer — from July until the frosts — with bright colours for borders and pots. In autumn they form tubers that can be stored for the following year.

Key features

• Measured germination rate of the batch: 82%
• Seeds per packet: 30–41 pcs (0.3 g)
• Seed origin: China
• Sowing: March and April; seedlings
• Flowering: July – October
• Position: sunny spot

When to sow Dwarf Dahlia Mignon Red

Dwarf Dahlia Mignon Red seeds are sown in March and April. The plants flower from July to October. The months are a guide for a temperate climate — in warmer areas sow 1–2 weeks earlier, in cooler or upland areas, later.

How to sow and grow Dwarf Dahlia Mignon Red

• Sowing method: seedlings
• Depth: 0.5–1 cm
• Spacing: 30–40 cm
• Germination: 5–10 days at 18–22 °C
• Position: sunny spot

The seeds are sown in March-April in a mixture of soil, sand and peat. They should be planted in a sunny, airy spot. Requires moderate watering.

Sow for transplants in March–April and plant outdoors after the last frosts. Likes sun, rich soil and regular watering.

Flowering and uses

In autumn lift the tubers after the first frost and store them somewhere dry and cool.

Frequently asked questions

When should Dwarf Dahlia Mignon Red be sown?

The recommended sowing months are March and April. Sowing method: seedlings.

How many seeds are in the packet?

The packet contains 30–41 seeds, pack size 0.3 g.

What is the germination rate of the seeds?

The measured germination rate of this batch is 82%. The test was carried out under controlled laboratory conditions; in the field, emergence depends on soil, temperature and moisture.

Do dahlias from seed flower in the first year?

Yes — dahlias from seed flower about 3–4 months after sowing, in their very first summer.