Dahlia ‘Bishop of Dover’ is an elegant and eye-catching dahlia, prized for its soft white paeony-style flowers delicately flushed with lilac and set against striking dark bronze foliage. Flowering continuously throughout the summer, this variety brings a refined yet dramatic look to borders, beds, and cutting gardens.

The contrast between the pale blooms and rich foliage makes ‘Bishop of Dover’ a standout choice for mixed planting schemes, while its open flowers are highly attractive to pollinators. With its tall, upright habit, it also performs beautifully as a cut flower, adding sophistication to summer arrangements.

Key Features
✓ White paeony-style flowers with a subtle lilac flush
✓ Distinctive dark bronze foliage
✓ Flowers all summer long
✓ Excellent for borders and cutting gardens
✓ Pollinator-friendly variety

Size
✓ Mature height: approx. 90cm (36 inches)

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: from March onwards
✓ Plant tubers approx. 15cm (6 inches) deep
✓ Spacing: approx. 60cm (24 inches) apart
✓ Position: full sun, sheltered from strong winds
✓ Soil: fertile, well-cultivated soil enriched with organic matter

For earlier flowering, tubers can be started indoors in April in boxes or pots using a light compost mix, then planted out once the risk of frost has passed.

Aftercare
Water regularly during dry periods and feed throughout the growing season for best results. Stake taller plants to protect them from wind damage. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. In autumn, lift and store tubers in a cool, frost-free place, or protect them well in milder areas.