De Ree UK Dahlia Cactus 'My Love' (1 Bulb) by Jamieson Brothers

Dahlia 'My Love' is a stunning, elegant dahlia variety known for its large, creamy white blooms that add a touch of sophistication to any garden. With a graceful appearance and prolific flowering from midsummer to the first frost, this dahlia is perfect for borders, beds, and containers. Its soft, white blooms make a lovely addition to cut flower arrangements, bringing timeless beauty indoors. Ideal for UK gardens, Dahlia 'My Love' is easy to grow, offering a reliable display that pairs beautifully with both bold and pastel-toned flowers.

The blooms of Dahlia 'My Love' are large and luscious, reaching up to 15-20cm in diameter. Each flower showcases pure white petals with a subtle hint of cream, giving the blooms a warm, soft glow. The flower heads are full and rounded, with delicately layered petals that create a rich, voluminous effect. Standing atop sturdy green stems, these elegant flowers add a touch of classic charm and work well as focal points in any garden display, attracting pollinators and adding light to mixed plantings.

How to Grow
Planting: Plant 'My Love' dahlia tubers in spring after the last frost, in a sunny location with well-drained, fertile soil. Position the tubers about 10-15cm deep with the “eye” or growth point facing upwards, and space them around 45-60cm apart to allow room for their lush growth.
Watering: Water well after planting to help the tubers settle. Once shoots emerge, water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. In dry weather, a deep soak once or twice a week will encourage strong growth and plentiful blooms.
Feeding: Feed with a high-potassium fertiliser, such as a tomato feed, every two weeks from the start of the flowering season. This supports healthy blooms and encourages a long flowering period.
Staking: 'My Love' can produce large, heavy blooms, so staking or plant supports are recommended to prevent the stems from bending. Insert stakes when planting to avoid disturbing the tubers later, and tie the stems loosely for support.
Deadheading and Maintenance: Regularly deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering and a tidy appearance. After the first frost, cut back the foliage and either lift and store the tubers or apply a protective mulch if leaving them in the ground.
Overwintering: In colder UK regions, it’s best to lift and store dahlia tubers after the first frost. Allow them to dry, then store in a cool, frost-free location in slightly damp compost until replanting in spring. In milder regions, add a layer of mulch for winter protection.

With its soft, creamy white flowers and long-lasting blooms, Dahlia 'My Love' brings timeless elegance and beauty to UK gardens, providing stunning displays from summer to autumn. Perfect for both garden enjoyment and floral arrangements, this dahlia is a graceful and versatile addition to any planting scheme.

Pack contains 1 bulb