Description
Dahlia 'Red Fubuki' is a striking, Dutch raised Fimbriata variety that has remained a garden favourite for nearly 30 years. Its dazzling, double-flowered blooms feature layers of vivid red petals with delicately fringed tips, creating a feathered, textured appearance. As the petals radiate outward, they gradually shift in colour from bold red to frosted pink at the tips, adding a beautiful gradient effect that enhances its visual appeal.
The flowers sit atop strong, upright stems that emerge from lush, bright green foliage, forming an eye-catching display in borders, beds, or large patio containers. The intricate blooms of 'Red Fubuki' not only make a bold statement in the garden but also serve as excellent cut flowers, bringing vibrant colour and texture into floral arrangements for the home.
Low-maintenance and easy to grow, this dahlia thrives in well-drained soil enriched with compost or manure and loves a sunny position where it can bask in full light. Its robust nature ensures a long flowering season from mid-summer through to the first frost. As with most dahlias, regular deadheading encourages continuous blooms, while the tubers can be lifted and stored over winter in colder climates, or left in the ground with proper protection in milder areas.
Key Features:
- Deep red petals with fringed, frosted pink tips for a textured, dynamic look
- A proven garden performer for almost 30 years
- Perfect for bouquets with its bold colour and long vase life
- Ideal for garden beds, borders, and large patio containers
- Easy to grow with minimal care requirements
- Comes back year after year with proper care
Growing Details:
- Flower Colour: Bright red with frosted pink tips
- Flower Type: Fimbriata (fringed) double blooms
- Planting Period: March to June
- Flowering Season: July to first frost
- Height: Up to 1 meter
- Spread: 60-70 cm
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with compost or manure
- Maintenance; deadhead regularly to promote continuous blooms
- Hardiness: Lift tubers in colder areas or mulch heavily for winter protection
