{"product_id":"dahlia-tubers-melon-mist","title":"Dahlia Tubers | Melon Mist combo pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eAvailable for preorder and arriving April. Sold as combo pack. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:2de57717-f41b-4a79-91a7-8b69dc027574-10\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-20\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"9d974acc-3740-468e-a006-60b98e7976e0\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"157\"\u003eDahlia Tubers\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"192\"\u003eLate-summer abundance in bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"469\"\u003eDahlias are the queens of the cutting garden — producing armfuls of blooms from midsummer until the first frost. From delicate waterlily forms to dramatic dinnerplate varieties, their intricate petals and wide colour range make them one of the most rewarding flowers to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"681\"\u003eEach tuber holds the promise of a full plant, branching generously and producing dozens of blooms through the season. Colours range from soft blush and buttercream to bold coral, burgundy, plum, and near-black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"694\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–48+ inches (variety dependent)\u003cbr data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"731\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"746\"\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-summer to frost\u003cbr data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"769\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"782\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut flowers, borders, statement containers\u003cbr data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"828\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eVase life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–7 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"900\"\u003eA single tuber becomes a season-long harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"905\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eHow to Grow Dahlia Tubers\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eWarm soil. Strong sun. Generous reward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003e🌱 When to Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003ePlant after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed to at least \u003cstrong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e10°C (50°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003eIn Alberta, this is typically late May to early June.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003eYou can pre-sprout tubers indoors 4–6 weeks earlier for earlier blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003e🌿 Planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003e• Plant 4–6 inches deep\u003cbr data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003e• Lay tuber horizontally with the “eye” facing upward\u003cbr data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e• Space 12–24 inches apart depending on mature size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eDo not water heavily until sprouts appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003e☀️ Light \u0026amp; Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003e• Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)\u003cbr data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003e• Rich, well-draining soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003e• Amend with compost before planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eThey dislike soggy conditions but appreciate fertile soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e• Begin regular watering once growth is established\u003cbr data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003e• Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged\u003cbr data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003e• Mulch to help retain moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003e🌸 Pinching \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003e• Pinch growing tip when plant reaches 12–16 inches tall to encourage branching\u003cbr data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003e• Taller varieties will need staking or support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003e🧺 Harvesting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eCut blooms when fully open and in the cool of morning or evening. The more you cut, the more they produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003e🍂 End of Season (Cold Climates)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003eIn colder regions:\u003cbr data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003e• After first light frost blackens foliage, cut stems back\u003cbr data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2165\"\u003e• Carefully lift tubers\u003cbr data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003e• Allow to dry\u003cbr data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003e• Store in a cool (4–10°C), dry place over winter\u003cbr data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003e• Divide in spring if desired\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2321\"\u003eWhy Grow Dahlias?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2488\"\u003e• Continuous blooms until frost\u003cbr data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e• Incredible variety of forms and colours\u003cbr data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2400\"\u003e• Highly productive for cut flowers\u003cbr data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003e• Excellent tuber multiplication year after year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003eThey are the ultimate late-season showstopper — generous, dramatic, and endlessly collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Botanist Calgary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48140445483160,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/7550\/9912\/files\/CCBubblegumBliss_a90e4727-3610-4d88-b965-ac23048ac76e.jpg?v=1771281623","url":"https:\/\/www.thebotanistcalgary.com\/products\/dahlia-tubers-melon-mist","provider":"The Botanist Calgary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}