{"product_id":"ja-dahlia-hollyhill-cotton-candy","title":"Dahlia 'Hollyhill Cotton Candy' Tubers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Hollyhill Cotton Candy' produces large decorative blooms in vibrant purplish pink tones with a bright yellow centre. The bold flowers sit on strong stems and create an eye-catching display from summer through to autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe large flower heads and upright stems make this variety especially suitable for borders and cut flower arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90–110cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–60cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 14cm across\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e purplish pink with yellow centre\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e July to October\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Hollyhill Cotton Candy'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Hollyhill Cotton Candy' forms strong stems with dark green to purplish stems that support the large rounded blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe outer petals display rich purplish pink colouring that gradually fades toward the base of each petal. The central florets form a bright yellow cluster which adds contrast and depth to the flower.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach bloom can reach around 14cm across, creating a strong focal point in borders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe flowers hold well on the plant and also make long-lasting cut flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e flowers provide seasonal interest for pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides pollen for visiting insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupports pollinators during late summer and autumn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorks well in wildlife-friendly borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant with other late-flowering perennials to provide food for pollinators later in the season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Dahlia 'Hollyhill Cotton Candy'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSunny garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMixed perennial beds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCut flower gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePatio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCottage garden planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant in groups to create a strong visual display when the flowers appear.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant tubers in spring once frost risk has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny, sheltered location.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant tubers about 10–15cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpace plants 45–60cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse fertile soil with good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStake plants if needed for support.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeadhead regularly to encourage more flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn colder areas, lift tubers after the first frost and store them in a cool dry place for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Hollyhill Cotton Candy'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge decorative purplish pink blooms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBright yellow centre adds contrast\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong stems ideal for cutting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong flowering season from summer to autumn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBold feature for sunny borders and containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want a colourful dahlia with large flowers and strong garden presence, \u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Hollyhill Cotton Candy' delivers vibrant blooms that stand out all summer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Tuber","offer_id":57516492521859,"sku":"JA-D1246","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Tubers","offer_id":57516492554627,"sku":"JA-D1246x10","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Hollyhill-Cotton-Candy-st-768x952.jpg?v=1773144979","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-dahlia-hollyhill-cotton-candy","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}