Dahlia Red Pygmy

Dahlia 'Red Pygmy' is a variety of dwarf semi-cactus dahlia. Its red flowers with tapered petals and lacerated tips bloom from July to October.

This perennial has swollen, tuberous roots. Gathered in vascular bundles, these tubers produce upright, hollow and ramified stems, bearing compound leaves with rounded leaflets. It develops solid, fleshy stems, 60cm (24in) in height. They are topped with ligulate flowers with red, tapered and lacerated ligules at the ends, measuring 13cm (5in) in diameter.

Dahlia 'Red Pygmy' thrives in rich, clayey but well-drained soil that is deeply worked. It prefers a warm and sunny location, sheltered from prevailing winds. It cannot tolerate poor, sandy soils.

Dahlia 'Red Pygmy' is perfect in mixed flower beds. The flowers are also ideal for bouquets.

Tips: when planting, consider the dimensions of the dahlia when planning your beds.