Dahlia Sweet Sanne

Dahlia Sweet Sanne: A Soft Apricot-Pink Tuber with a Cerise Eye

Bring soft, romantic tones to your garden with the Dahlia Sweet Sanne tuber. This upright, well-branched plant grows to a height of 100–120 cm with a spread of 45–60 cm. Its sturdy stems proudly carry fully-double blooms measuring 10–12 cm across. The petals are neat and formal, opening in a soft apricot-pink that deepens to a striking lilac-cerise eye at the center. This delicate and refined color combination makes it a perfect choice for pastel schemes in mid-borders or as a stunning focal point in large containers.

Dahlia Sweet Sanne is an exceptional cut flower variety, with stems lasting an impressive 7–9 days in a vase. The beautifully formed blooms are perfect for bridal bouquets and other home arrangements. With consistent dead-heading and maintenance, you can expect to enjoy over 80 of these gorgeous pastel blooms per plant throughout the long flowering season from late November through March.

Growing Calendar

• Plant tubers: mid-September (when daytime highs drop to ≤ 38°C).
• First blooms: late November – early December.
• Peak display: December – March.
• Cut back / rest: early May.

Best Uses

• Mid-border pastel schemes or alongside cream/deep-pink dahlias for colour play.
• Large patio containers (≥ 40 cm).
• Long-lasting cut stems for bridal & home arrangements.

Planting & Care Guide

• Light: Full sun ≥ 4 h; add 30% shade-cloth if temperatures exceed 40°C during establishment.
• Soil: Deep, fertile, perfectly drained. Mix 5 L of mature compost and ½ cup of crab & lobster shell meal into each hole.
• Depth & spacing: Plant tuber 10 cm deep, 45 cm apart; insert a stake at planting.
• Water: After shoots appear, deep-soak every 3–4 days; let the top 3 cm dry between irrigations.
• Feed (Fertilizing): Monthly low-nitrogen organic bloom fertiliser (~3-6-4) until February, then stop.
• Maintenance: Pinch at 35 cm for bushier plants; dead-head or harvest promptly to expect 80+ pastel blooms.