{"product_id":"ja-dahlia-missis-trucella","title":"Dahlia 'Missis Trucella' Tubers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Missis Trucella' is a striking dahlia grown for its vivid orange double flowers and dark dramatic foliage. The rich green to almost black leaves create strong contrast with the bright blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis bushy variety produces flowers continuously from summer into autumn, bringing bold colour to borders, containers, and cutting gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80–100cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–60cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright orange\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 'Missis Trucella'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Missis Trucella' forms a bushy clump of serrated foliage that ranges from dark green to deep purple-black.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe bold leaves provide strong contrast to the bright orange double flowers that appear throughout the warmer months.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe blooms sit clearly above the foliage and continue appearing for many weeks when faded flowers are removed regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis variety works well in mixed planting schemes and also produces long-lasting cut flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e flowers can support pollinating insects in summer and autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides pollen for visiting insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong flowering season supports pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorks well in wildlife-friendly borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant alongside other nectar-rich perennials to support bees and butterflies through the season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Dahlia 'Missis Trucella'\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\u003eThe strong colour contrast between foliage and flowers makes it particularly effective when planted in groups.\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 around 10–15cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpace plants about 45–60cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse fertile soil with good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeadhead regularly to extend flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn colder regions, 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 'Missis Trucella'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBright orange double flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDark dramatic foliage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong flowering season from summer to autumn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent cut flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdeal for borders and patio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want bold colour and strong contrast in your garden, \u003cem\u003eDahlia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Missis Trucella' delivers vibrant blooms and dark foliage through the whole summer season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Tuber","offer_id":57516494029187,"sku":"JA-D1354","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Tubers","offer_id":57516494061955,"sku":"JA-D1354x10","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 Tubers","offer_id":57516494094723,"sku":"JA-D1354x100","price":359.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Dahlia-Missis-Trucella-can-use-cropped_f7ca8964-a458-46fb-9858-b783b3ca297b.png?v=1773144300","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-dahlia-missis-trucella","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}