Variety Description
Dahlia ‘Penny Lane’ is a striking decorative dahlia variety, admired for its large, fully double flowers and vivid bicolor appearance. The petals display bright red tones combined with clean white highlights, creating a lively and eye-catching contrast. Because of its bold colouring, Dahlia Penny Lane quickly becomes a focal point in ornamental gardens.
The plant grows vigorously and produces strong stems that easily support the heavy blooms. As a result, Dahlia Penny Lane provides reliable flowering from early summer through autumn.
Growing Requirements
It performs best in sunny locations and fertile, well-drained soil. Full sun exposure enhances colour contrast and supports healthy plant growth.
Regular watering is important during the growing and flowering season. However, excess moisture should be avoided. Balanced fertilization encourages large, well-formed flowers and strong stems.
Planting and Seasonal Growth
Plant Dahlia Penny Lane tubers in spring, once the risk of frost has passed. Tubers should be planted about 10–15 cm deep and spaced to allow good air circulation.
The plants establish steadily and begin flowering in early summer. With proper care and removal of spent blooms, it continues blooming until autumn.
Flower Characteristics
The flowers of it are large, fully double and richly coloured. They maintain their red and white bicolor pattern and strong structure, making them suitable for garden displays and cut flower arrangements.
Advantages
It combines bold colour contrast, impressive flower size and dependable performance. It is easy to grow and ideal for ornamental gardens, borders and cut flower use.
See also: Dahlia ‘Duet’
