{"product_id":"bio-dahlia-giovanna","title":"Organic Dahlia 'Giovanna'","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSoft apricot-pink decorative Dahlia 'Giovanna'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft, romantic and elegant: the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Giovanna'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a decorative dahlia with large, perfectly double flowers in a refined apricot to blush-pink colour palette. The petals show a subtle gradient from warm peach in the centre to light cream-pink at the outer edges, giving the flower a luxurious and harmonious appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blooms are beautifully rounded and fully double. The slightly inward-curving petals add extra depth and a soft, almost velvety texture. With a flower diameter of approximately 12 to 15 cm, ‘Giovanna’ is generous yet elegant – ideal for both garden borders and floral arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a cut flower, ‘Giovanna’ is highly valued: strong stems, excellent vase life, and a colour that combines beautifully with cream, dusty pink, pastel yellow and soft green tones. In the garden, she brings calm and refinement and fits perfectly into romantic and natural planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCombination tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine ‘Giovanna’ with white or cream dahlias for a soft, dreamy look, or with light purple and pastel pink tones for an elegant colour palette. Also stunning when paired with ornamental grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting instructions for Dahlia 'Giovanna'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStarting indoors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDahlias are not frost hardy. From March onwards, tubers can be started indoors for earlier flowering. Plant the tuber in a pot with airy potting compost, place it in a bright frost-free location, and water sparingly until growth begins. After the last frost (around May 15), the plant can be moved outside, or earlier if frost is no longer expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting outdoors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the tubers outdoors once the risk of night frost has passed (from mid-May). Place the tuber about 2 to 3 cm below the soil surface and keep a planting distance of approximately 50 cm. Flowering usually begins 60 to 90 days after planting and continues until the first frost. Planting is possible until June.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePosition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny, sheltered location in fertile, well-drained soil. In heavy clay soil, adding compost and coarse organic material helps improve drainage. Due to the abundant flowering, support may be beneficial in windy locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePinching dahlias\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinching encourages the plant to develop more side shoots and ultimately more flowers. Pinch when the plant has developed 2 to 4 pairs of leaves. Cut with sharp, clean pruning shears just above a leaf node. This promotes more compact growth and more cut flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare of Dahlia 'Giovanna'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist, especially during warm and dry periods. Avoid extreme fluctuations between wet and dry conditions. Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage new buds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor abundant flowering, we recommend feeding every 6 weeks with an (organic) flowering fertiliser. Avoid fertilisers high in nitrogen, as these promote leaf growth rather than flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the first frost, cut the plant back to just above ground level. In wet or cold winters, it is advisable to lift the tubers and store them frost-free. In mild winters, they may remain in the ground with a dry protective mulch layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Giovanna’ can be easily propagated by dividing the tubers. This is best done in spring when growth points are visible. Ensure each division contains at least one healthy growth point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEdible\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic dahlias are fully edible. The petals are suitable as decorative garnishes or in salads. The tubers have a mild, root-like flavour. Only use plants that you are certain have been organically grown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin of the Dahlia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDahlias originate from Mexico. Originally cultivated for their edible tubers, they have become beloved ornamental plants worldwide due to their enormous diversity in flower forms and colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBio \u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Giovanna' order information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Skal certified: 109459\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📦 Individually packed or choose volume discount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💰 Volume discount: \u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eJuly - October\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePlanting time:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFrom May (or start indoors from March)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e2 - 3 cm below soil surface\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePlant spacing:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e50 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHeight:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e90 - 100 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFlower diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e12 - 15 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePosition:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eLoam, sandy soil – slightly acidic \/ neutral\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNot frost hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMexico\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFamily:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eAsteraceae\u003c\/em\u003e (daisy family)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eColour:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eApricot \/ soft pink\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eGroup:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDecorative\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBee friendly:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFragrant:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eTuber size:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFirst size\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Buy organic dahlia tubers at Bloemoloog\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/collections\/bio-dahlias\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOther dahlia varieties\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"106\" width=\"159\" alt=\"Skal organic certification - NL-BIO-01\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/EU_Organic_Logo_Colour_OuterLine_rgb.jpg?v=1730902844\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNL-BIO-01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Bloemoloog","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56662131212632,"sku":"575","price":5.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/BioDahlia_Giovanna_ingroep.webp?v=1770221159","url":"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en-ch\/products\/organic-dahlia-giovanna","provider":"Bloemoloog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}