Dahlia Happy Days Orange Red

Description: Dahlia 'Happy Days Orange Red Bicolor' is a striking annual cultivar celebrated for its vibrant, bicoloured blooms and dark foliage. The single flowers showcase a bold combination of red and orange hues, creating a vivid contrast against the nearly black, dissected leaves. This compact, well-branched plant is ideal for containers, borders, and mass plantings, adding a splash of colour to any garden setting. Thriving in full sun, it prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich loam soil. Regular watering is essential to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during dry periods. In Melbourne's climate, this dahlia will bloom from mid-spring through autumn, providing continuous interest throughout the growing season.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 25–35 cm
• Width: 25–35 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers from Mid-Spring to Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Red and Orange Bicolour

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Attracts Butterflies
• Heat Tolerant
• Perennial in Zones 8–11; Treated as Annual in Cooler Climates

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Marigold (Tagetes spp.)
• Zinnia (Zinnia spp.)
• Salvia (Salvia spp.)
• Petunia (Petunia spp.)
• Lantana (Lantana camara)

Note: In Melbourne's climate, it's advisable to lift and store dahlia tubers during winter to protect them from frost, replanting in spring after the last frost has passed.