Dahlia ‘Emory Paul’ is a truly show-stopping decorative dahlia, prized for its enormous fuchsia-pink blooms, which can reach an impressive 27cm (11 inches) across. Flowering continuously throughout the summer, this variety brings bold colour and dramatic impact to garden borders, beds, and cutting gardens.

With its tall stature and giant flower heads, Dahlia ‘Emory Paul’ is especially popular for cut flower arrangements, where its vibrant blooms make a striking centrepiece. A classic choice for gardeners who love large, statement flowers.

Key Features
✓ Giant fuchsia-pink decorative blooms
✓ Flower heads up to 27cm (11 inches) wide
✓ Flowers all summer long
✓ Excellent for borders, bedding, and cut flowers
✓ Ideal for dramatic garden displays

Size
✓ Mature height: approx. 110cm (44 inches)
✓ Spread: approx. 60cm (24 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-drained soil enriched with organic matter

For earlier flowering, start tubers indoors in April using light compost. Keep them cool, slightly moist, and frost-free until ready to plant outdoors once all risk of frost has passed.

Aftercare
Water regularly during dry periods and feed throughout the growing season for best results. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. Lift and store tubers over winter or protect with a thick mulch in colder areas. Cut flowers should be harvested when fully open for maximum vase life.