{"product_id":"bio-dahlia-bantling","title":"Organic Dahlia 'Bantling'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnfortunately sold out – Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on stock availability.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrange Pompon Dahlia ‘Bantling’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDahlia ‘Bantling’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a pompon dahlia with perfectly round, ball-shaped flowers in a warm orange shade. Pompon dahlias have smaller flowers (around 7 cm in diameter) than ball dahlias such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en\/products\/organic-dahlia-sylvia\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Orange Ball Dahlia 'Sylvia'\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e‘Sylvia’\u003c\/a\u003e, but they bloom more abundantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant has green foliage and grows to approximately 90 cm tall. The flower stems are red, making ‘Bantling’ very suitable as a cut flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowering period lasts from July until the first frost. Removing spent flowers encourages continuous blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Instructions for Dahlia ‘Bantling’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStarting Indoors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDahlias are not frost-hardy. From March onwards, the tubers can be started indoors to give them a head start. After the risk of frost has passed (around mid-May), the plants can be moved outside. If planted earlier, protect them from night frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePlanting Outdoors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf planting directly outdoors, wait until after the last frost, usually around mid-May. The tubers can then be planted safely and will flower after approximately 60–90 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the tuber with the old stem facing upwards, about 2–3 cm below the soil surface. Keep a spacing of about 50 cm between plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting is possible until the end of June.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLocation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDahlias prefer a sunny location with nutrient-rich, well-drained soil, ideally slightly calcareous.\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eDahlia ‘Bantling’\u003c\/em\u003e grows to about 90 cm tall and generally does not require staking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor container planting, use a pot with a minimum diameter of 40 cm to prevent the soil from drying out too quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePinching Dahlias\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinching encourages bushier growth and more abundant flowering. Dahlias should be pinched once they have developed at least 2 to 4 pairs of leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing clean, sharp scissors, cut the stem just above a leaf node. Any flower buds below the cut can be removed to allow the plant to focus its energy on producing side shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare of Dahlia ‘Bantling’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist, as drought can negatively affect growth and flowering.\u003cbr\u003eRemove spent blooms regularly. The dahlia will flower until the first frost. After flowering, cut the plant back to ground level. Tubers left in the ground should be protected with leaves during winter or lifted and stored frost-free in colder climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed the plant several times during the growing season, as dahlias are heavy feeders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn autumn, the tubers continue to develop. The best time to lift them is just before the first frost. They can be divided immediately or in spring. Dividing in spring makes it easier to identify growth points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEdible\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll parts of the \u003cem\u003eDahlia ‘Bantling’\u003c\/em\u003e are edible. The tuber has a mild, carrot-like flavor, and the flowers can be used to decorate salads or flavor water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDahlias originate from Mexico, where they were originally cultivated as a food crop. Once their ornamental value was recognized, they became one of the most diverse and popular ornamental plant groups worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBio \u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bantling' ordering information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Skal certified: 109459\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📦 Individually packed or choose a stacking discount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💰 Stacking discount: \u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJuly - October\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting time:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrom May (or from March indoors)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 cm below ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting distance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 cm apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 cm high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlower diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 cm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSunny to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoam, sandy soil - slightly acidic\/neutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter hardiness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot winter hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMexico\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFamily:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eAsteraceae\u003c\/em\u003e (composite family)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGroup:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePompom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBee-friendly:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFragrant:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTuber size:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1st size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy organic dahlia tubers from the Bloemoloog\" href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/collections\/bio-dahlias\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOther dahlia varieties\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"106\" width=\"159\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/EU_Organic_Logo_Colour_OuterLine_rgb.jpg?v=1730902844\" alt=\"Skal organic quality mark - NL-BIO-01\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNL-BIO-01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloemoloog","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56459612422488,"sku":"560","price":5.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/BIoDahlia_Bantling_ingroep.webp?v=1766930864","url":"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en-it\/products\/organic-dahlia-bantling","provider":"Bloemoloog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}