{"product_id":"bio-dahlia-viking","title":"Organic Dahlia 'Viking'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnfortunately sold out – Subscribe to our newsletter for updates on stock availability.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrganic red ball dahlia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Viking'\u003c\/strong\u003e produces medium-sized red flowers with a diameter of approximately 10 centimeters. The blooms are formed by many tightly rolled petals that together create a perfectly round ball shape. What makes these spherical flowers special is that the golden ratio is clearly visible in the flower structure. It has green foliage and flower stems reaching about one meter in height, making it very suitable as a cut flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDahlias bloom for an exceptionally long period, up to 100 days per year, as long as spent flowers are removed regularly. A true sea of flowers, especially late in the season when most other plants have already finished blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow, where and when should I plant organic dahlia tubers?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStarting indoors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Viking' is not winter-hardy. From March onwards, the tubers can be started indoors. This gives the plant a head start in growth and results in earlier flowering. After the last frost (around 15 May), the young plants can be moved outdoors. In good weather this may be earlier, but beware of night frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePlanting outdoors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you choose to wait until after frost to plant the dahlia tubers, this can be done up to 15 May. From then on, the tubers can safely be planted outdoors and will start flowering approximately 60 to 90 days later. Plant the tuber with the old flower stem from the previous year facing upwards, about 2 to 3 centimeters below the soil surface, and keep a spacing of around 50 centimeters between tubers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe planting season runs until the end of June.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eLocation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDahlias prefer a sunny position in nutrient-rich, well-draining soil, ideally a lime-rich sandy soil.\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Viking' grows to about one meter tall and has medium-sized flowers. Support is generally not required, although planting in a sheltered location is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor container planting, choose a pot with a minimum diameter of 40 centimeters to prevent the soil from drying out too quickly during summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePinching dahlias\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinching a dahlia is a technique used to stimulate growth and create a more compact and fuller plant. Dahlias are pinched when they have reached a certain height and are in an active growth phase. We recommend allowing at least 2 to 4 pairs of leaves to develop before pinching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA leaf node is the point where a leaf attaches to the stem. Look for the upper leaf pairs and use sharp, clean pruning shears to cut the stem just above a leaf node. If flower buds are present below the cut, they can also be removed. This helps the plant direct more energy into developing side shoots, resulting in a more floriferous plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil around the \u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Viking' consistently moist. Soil that is too dry can cause problems with growth and flowering.\u003cbr\u003eDuring the flowering period, remove spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering. Dahlias bloom until the first night frost. After frost, cut the plant back to ground level. Tubers planted in the ground should be protected with leaves during winter against light frost. In severe frost, they should be stored frost-free in a dry place. Lifting the tubers has the advantage that they can be divided each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed the plant several times per year for optimal results. Dahlias are fast-growing plants with high nutrient requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGiving back to nature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn autumn, the remains of the dead plant can be cut back and worked into the soil as organic matter. This returns nutrients to the soil and keeps your green waste bin free for kitchen waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn autumn, the tubers continue to grow and develop well. Do not lift the tubers too early for propagation; the best time is just before the first frost. The tubers can be divided immediately or in spring. The advantage of dividing in spring is that the growth points are already visible, making it easier to determine where to split the tuber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEdible\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll parts of the \u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Viking' are edible. The tuber has a carrot-like flavor, and the flower can be used to garnish salads or to decorate and flavor water in a carafe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDahlias originate from Mexico and have been grown in European gardens since 1615. Originally, they were cultivated as edible tubers, but after their ornamental value was discovered, they became one of the most diverse plant genera in the world, with a vast number of cultivars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBio \u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Viking' ordering information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Skal certified: 109459\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📦 Packed per piece or available with bulk discount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💰 Bulk discount: \u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFlowering period:\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 cm below soil level\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePlant spacing:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e50 cm apart\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHeight:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e100 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFlower diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e10 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePosition:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePartial shade, full sun\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 winter-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\u003eColor:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eRed\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eGroup:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBall dahlia\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\u003e1st grade\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy organic dahlia tubers at Bloemoloog\" href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/collections\/bio-dahlias\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOther dahlia varieties\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\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 certification – NL-BIO-01\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNL-BIO-01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Bloemoloog","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56517557322072,"sku":null,"price":7.14,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/BioDahlia_Viking_closeup.webp?v=1768206889","url":"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en-it\/products\/organic-dahlia-viking","provider":"Bloemoloog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}