Dahlia Encore
Dahlia Encore
Dahlia Encore
Dahlia
a refinement that comes from the delicacy of its petals, its beautiful ochre colour, and the size of its flower equal to the giants, making it a magnificent dahlia. My favourite this year.
odile, 22/08/2019
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Description
Dahlia 'Encore' is a variety of fimbriated dahlia. The large, tousled heads are composed of a mass of bright yellow ligules. This variety brings sunshine to the garden and the house, as it is an excellent flower for bouquets.
Dahlias belong to the Asteraceae family and are originally from the high plateaus of Mexico. It was first cultivated as a root vegetable for consumption. Its poor taste qualities quickly saw it categorised as an ornamental plant. There are currently thousands of horticultural varieties that have conquered gardens worldwide. They are tender perennials with fleshy tubers.
Dahlia 'Encore' will reach a height of 120cm (47in) and a width of 80cm (32in). The branching stems are hollow. The leaves are divided into 3 or 5 dentate leaflets. The stems and leaves are medium green. The plant has a bushy habit. As it is a large variety, you will need to broaden its width to strengthen it. The double flowers bear tubular, pointed ligules. They are usually involute, meaning they are bent upwards or towards the centre of the flower. The heads of the 'Encore' variety are among the largest, measuring 20 to 25cm (8 to 10in) in diameter. They are sun yellow to yellow ochre.
The flowering of dahlias is exceptionally long. This variety begins in July and ends in November. Remove faded flowers to extend the flowering period. You can use cut flowers to make colourful bouquets, combining them with other varieties.
Plant this dahlia in the background of flower beds, alongside the airy foliage of bronze fennel and diamond grass. They will enhance the texture of giant dahlia varieties.
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Dahlia
Encore
Asteraceae
Dahlia
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
It is easy to grow in all regions. Plant in spring as soon as the last frost has passed. For abundant flowering, plant the tubers in full sun in rich, moist but well-drained soil. Stagnant moisture causes tuber rot. Amend the soil with compost and sand, if necessary. Work the soil deeply and enrich it, for example, with crushed horn or dehydrated blood. Place your tuber and crumble the soil well to fill without air pockets. Cover with about 6cm (2in) of soil. At the end of planting, water once abundantly and then repeat this watering regularly during the first 6 weeks to help with rooting.
Dahlias are sensitive to cold, so they need to be overwintered. Dig the tubers up when the first frost has blackened the foliage. Carefully remove the tubers. Remove as much soil as possible. Let the foliage dry so that the tubers can replenish their reserves. Then cut the stems to 10cm (4in). Spread your bulbs in a box lined with newspaper. Store them in a frost-free, dry, cool, and dark place, such as a garage or attic. In mild regions without frost, or those close to the coast, it is possible to leave them in place. In this case, simply cover the ground with a carpet of leaves or straw for protection.
This tall dahlia, with its hollow stems, is not resistant to wind or heavy rain. You can stake it, but this is not particularly aesthetically pleasing. To remove the need for staking, you can pinch the stems early or remove the axial flower buds to spread out the plant's habit, which will improve its resistance to bad weather. This also channels the flow of sap to a single flower, which will become larger and sturdier.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
The harvest period stated on our website applies to regions in USDA zones 8b to 9a (East, South-East and southern coast: Eastern Leinster, County Wexford and County Waterford, Cork region: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Cork). It will vary depending on where you live:
- In the Midlands and the inland plains: the Middle Shannon Valley, Westmeath, Offaly, Longford, Cavan and Monaghan (Athlone, Mullingar, Tullamore, Longford, Cavan, Monaghan), in USDA zones 8a to 8b, the harvest will be delayed by 1 to 2 weeks compared with the dates given. Far from the moderating influence of the sea, these plains experience late frosts right up until the end of spring. The heavy, peaty soils warm slowly here, and damp patches form pockets of frost. Wait until the soil has dried out and warmed up before planting, and protect young plants with a fleece on clear nights.
- In the Atlantic West and North-West: Kerry, Clare, Galway, Connemara, Mayo, Sligo and Donegal (Killarney, Ennis, Galway, Westport, Sligo, Letterkenny), in USDA zones 8b to 10a, the harvest will be delayed by 1 to 3 weeks compared with the dates given. Summers here are cloudier, rainier and windier than in the east, which slows down ripening and encourages late blight and other fungal diseases. Kerry and Clare are at the lower end of the range, whilst Mayo and Donegal, which are cooler and more exposed, are at the upper end. However, the mild coastal winters mean that leafy vegetables and root vegetables can be harvested at dates close to those indicated, or even earlier: shelter crops from the wind with hedges and grow heat-loving plants in greenhouses or polytunnels.
- In the highlands, above 200 m: the Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, the Galtee and Comeragh ranges, the Twelve Bens in Connemara and the Donegal highlands, in USDA zones 7b to 8a, the harvest will be delayed by 2 to 4 weeks compared with the dates given, depending on the altitude, taking care to beat the first early frosts, which may occur as early as the start of autumn. Wind, constant damp and late frosts lasting into early summer significantly shorten the growing season. Opt for sheltered, south-facing slopes, early-maturing varieties and growing under cover.
Depending on your garden’s aspect, these variations can range from one to two weeks. A frost-prone valley floor delays the harvest, whilst a south-facing wall brings it forward.
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