Dahlia Decorative 'Jamaica'

Overview

Dahlia Decorative 'Jamaica': The Festive Spirit of the Summer Garden

Dahlia Decorative 'Jamaica' is a vibrant and spirited showstopper, famous for its exotic, bi-colour blooms that capture the energy of a tropical carnival. Each flower features bold, blood-red petals that are strikingly tipped with crisp, snowy white, creating a high-contrast "firework" effect. Unlike subtle varieties, 'Jamaica' is designed to be noticed, producing perfectly symmetrical, double-flowering heads that sit proudly atop sturdy, dark stems. Set against lush, emerald-green foliage, this dahlia is a powerhouse of colour, bringing a bold, festive flair and a sense of "wow-factor" to sunny borders or large, decorative patio containers.

Key Features

• Dazzling Red & White Contrast: The sharp transition from deep scarlet to brilliant white tips is exceptionally clear, making each bloom look like a meticulously painted masterpiece.
• Reliable Decorative Form: As a formal decorative variety, it produces neatly layered, flat-edged petals that create a full, rounded flower head that holds its shape beautifully even in wind or rain.
• Prolific Summer Bloom Rate: Known for its relentless energy, 'Jamaica' is a "heavy lifter" in the garden, providing a continuous supply of fresh, bicolour buds from mid-summer until the first frost of autumn.
• High-Impact Cut Flower: These blooms are a florist's dream for creating dramatic, high-contrast bouquets. The strong stems and unique colour pattern make them a standout feature in any vase arrangement.

Gardener's Tip

To keep the "white tips" Dahlia 'Jamaica' looking their crispest and the reds looking their deepest, this plant needs maximum fuel. Plant in the sunniest spot in your garden, as shade can cause the colours to muddy. Dahlias are "hungry" plants, so once the first buds appear, feed them every two weeks with a high-potash liquid fertiliser. This ensures the plant has the energy to maintain that complex bi-colour pattern on every single flower right through to the end of October.

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