{"product_id":"mixed-color-dahlia","title":"Mixed-Color Dahlia","description":"\u003cp\u003e5 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e🌱 Best Sowing Time\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGulf:\u003c\/strong\u003e September–January.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKuwait:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOctober–November\u003c\/strong\u003e is the preferred sowing period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA second suitable window is \u003cstrong\u003eJanuary–February\u003c\/strong\u003e if temperatures remain moderate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid outdoor sowing during the hottest summer months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal germination temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong\u003e18–22°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌿 How to Sow the Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a \u003cstrong\u003elight, fertile, well-drained seed-starting mix\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisten the growing medium before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.5–1 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover lightly with fine growing medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently with a fine spray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the medium \u003cstrong\u003eevenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the seed tray in a bright location with mild temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination usually takes approximately \u003cstrong\u003e7–14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌱 Transplanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant seedlings when they have developed \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 sets of true leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarden seedlings gradually for about \u003cstrong\u003e7 days\u003c\/strong\u003e before planting outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30–45 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose fertile, loose soil with excellent drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle the roots gently during transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e☀️ Growing \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full morning sun with some afternoon protection during Gulf heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, loose, organic-rich, and well drained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil moderately moist, particularly during flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid both prolonged dryness and waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd compost before planting and use a balanced flowering fertilizer during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage leafy growth instead of flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch young plants at around \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage branching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove faded flowers regularly to encourage continued blooming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌸 Flowering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed-grown dahlias generally begin flowering approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12–16 weeks after sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on temperature and variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs this is a \u003cstrong\u003emixed-color seed variety\u003c\/strong\u003e, flower color, size, plant height, and flower form may vary from one plant to another.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild temperatures generally produce better flowering than extreme Gulf heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌡 Gulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Kuwait, \u003cstrong\u003eOctober–November\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly suitable for sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring warmer periods, provide approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30–50% afternoon shade\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young plants from hot, dry winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch around the root zone to help conserve moisture and reduce soil temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater preferably in the \u003cstrong\u003eearly morning\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid planting beside heat-reflecting walls and paved surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring extreme summer heat, flowering may decline or stop temporarily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For Kuwait, sow \u003cstrong\u003eMixed-Color Dahlia seeds in October–November\u003c\/strong\u003e and grow the plants through the mild winter and spring season for the best chance of abundant, colorful blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Tohum Cenneti","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48525926531290,"sku":null,"price":0.75,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/26f24aa259e9c5e410d9c77eee649544.jpg?v=1788026820","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/mixed-color-dahlia","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}