Dahlia Sturm Sweet Maria

Dahlia ‘Sturm Sweet Maria’ – Decorative Dahlia Tuber

Dahlia ‘Sturm Sweet Maria’ is a beautiful Decorative Dahlia prized for its soft, evolving color palette and elegantly layered double flowers.

The blooms typically open in warm apricot tones, gradually developing shades of salmon, blush pink and subtle creamy undertones as they mature. This natural color variation creates a beautiful ombré effect, with individual flowers often displaying slightly different tones throughout the season.

Its fully double decorative blooms generally measure approximately 10–15 cm across and are carried on strong upright stems, making the variety especially suitable for cutting and floral design.

Plants typically reach approximately 90–120 cm tall, forming vigorous, well-branched plants with excellent garden and cut-flower performance.

Product Details

Variety: Dahlia ‘Sturm Sweet Maria’
Product Type: Dahlia Tuber
Classification: Decorative Dahlia
Flower Color: Apricot, salmon and blush pink with creamy undertones
Color Character: Soft, evolving ombré tones
Bloom Size: Approximately 10–15 cm
Plant Height: Approximately 90–120 cm
Flower Type: Fully double decorative
Light: Full sun
Soil: Fertile and well-drained
Cut Flower: Excellent
Uses: Borders, cutting gardens, bouquets and floral arrangements

Growing in Kuwait

For Kuwait conditions, Dahlia ‘Sturm Sweet Maria’ is best grown during the cool-season growing period after extreme summer temperatures have declined.
A practical planting period is generally: October to November
Plant tubers with the crown or growing points facing upward in fertile, well-drained soil.
Avoid excessive watering immediately after planting. Once shoots and roots become established, increase watering gradually while maintaining good drainage.
Provide strong sunlight during the cooler months, with some protection from intense afternoon heat as temperatures rise later in the season.