Dahlia 'Strawberry Ice'

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Dahlias were once grown as a food crop as well as an ornamental plant. Their tubers were used in early experiments with natural dyes, long before they became a favourite for late-summer cutting gardens.

Dahlia 'Strawberry Ice' brings soft pink blooms with warm yellow highlights to summer borders and cutting gardens, with bold flowerheads held on sturdy stems. Whether planted in drifts or dotted through mixed beds, the blooms add instant impact and keep coming through the warm months.

Once established, this clump-forming dahlia typically reaches 1–1.2 m, producing plenty of long stems for cutting. Regular picking and deadheading encourages a steady succession of flowers from midsummer into autumn.

Start tubers in a frost-free place in spring, or plant outside once the risk of frost has passed. Choose a sunny, sheltered spot in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil, and enrich the planting area with compost for best results.

Water during dry spells, especially while buds form, and feed every two to three weeks through the flowering period. Taller plants benefit from discreet staking, and removing faded blooms keeps the plant productive and tidy.

Perfect for borders, patio pots and cutting gardens, dahlias are also pollinator-friendly in single-flowered forms. Lift and store the tubers after the first frosts in colder areas to enjoy an even better display the following year.

Botanical name Dahlia 'Strawberry Ice' (Decorative Group)
Flower colour Pink with yellow
Tuber size II
Established height 1–1.2 m
Established spread 50–60 cm
Plant spacing 3–5 per m²
Leaf colour Green
Habit Upright, clump-forming
Life cycle Perennial
Hardiness Half hardy (H3)
Years to establish 1st year
Sunlight Full sun, Partial shade
Position Sheltered
Suitable for Pots, Borders, Cutting garden
Soil acidity Any
Soil moisture Moist but well-drained
Soil type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
RHS Award (AGM) Yes
Growing skill Easy to grow
Pollinator-friendly Yes
Deer resistant No

Where to Plant:

Dahlia 'Strawberry Ice' needs full sun and a warm, sheltered position for the best flowering. Plant into fertile, humus-rich soil that drains well, and choose a spot protected from strong winds, especially for taller varieties.

How to Plant:

Start tubers in pots from March or April in a frost-free place, or plant outside in May once the risk of frost has passed. Set tubers about 10–15cm deep with the shoot or ‘eye’ facing upwards, spacing 45–60cm apart depending on the variety.

Aftercare:

Water regularly in dry weather and feed every two to three weeks once buds appear. Stake taller stems early and deadhead to keep plants flowering. After the first frosts, cut stems back and lift tubers to store cool and frost-free, or mulch heavily in very mild areas.

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