Dahlia Lubega Power Rose Bicolour

Common Name: Dahlia 'Lubega Power Rose Bicolour'

Description: Dahlia 'Lubega Power Rose Bicolour' is a compact, robust cultivar renowned for its vibrant, fully double blooms that feature a striking blend of rose and white hues. This dwarf variety is ideal for containers, small garden spaces, and patio pots, bringing a lively splash of colour to any setting. Thriving in full sun, it prefers well-drained, fertile soil and requires regular watering to maintain consistent moisture. In Melbourne's climate, 'Lubega Power Rose Bicolour' blooms prolifically from late spring through autumn, providing continuous visual interest throughout the growing season.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 20–30 cm
• Width: 20–30 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers from Late Spring to Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Rose and White Bicolour

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Attracts Butterflies
• Heat Tolerant
• Perennial in Zones 9–11; 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.