Dahlia Edge of Joy

Add a touch of unexpected elegance to your garden with Dahlia Edge of Joy, an enchanting Collerette Dahlia that captivates with its striking bicoloured blooms. Each flower showcases pristine white petals framed by a soft lilac edge, giving the impression of delicate brushstrokes painted by nature itself. At the heart, a rich golden-yellow centre adds warmth and attracts pollinators, making this dahlia not only beautiful but beneficial to your garden ecosystem.

Standing at a height of approximately 40-60 cm, Edge of Joy grows on strong, upright stems that support its uniquely formed blooms. The lush, dark green foliage serves as a perfect backdrop, enhancing the contrast and highlighting the intricate colouring of each flower. Blooming from mid-summer to the first frost, this dahlia ensures your garden remains vibrant and inviting well into the cooler months.

What sets Dahlia Edge of Joy apart is its delightful balance between simplicity and showiness. The lilac-edged petals provide a subtle yet eye-catching detail that distinguishes it from other collarette varieties. Each bloom’s form is designed to invite admiration, with its open-centred shape offering a warm welcome to bees and butterflies.

We supply Dahlia Edge of Joy tubers to British gardeners who wish to infuse their garden spaces with an understated yet distinct flair. This dahlia thrives best in well-drained, fertile soil under full sun, ensuring it produces a generous display of blooms. Regular watering will promote its lush growth, while careful lifting and storage during winter months will preserve its tubers for future seasons.

Bring a touch of refined whimsy to your borders or flower beds with Dahlia Edge of Joy, a perfect addition for those who appreciate a unique blend of colour and form that stands apart in any garden.

Learn how to grow Dahlias

• Type of Dahlia: Collerette Dahlia
• Flower Colour: White petals edged with soft lilac and a golden-yellow centre
• Foliage Colour: Dark green, providing a lush backdrop to the blooms
• Height: 40-60 cm
• Spread: Around 30-40 cm
• Bloom Size: Medium-sized blooms, typically 10-12 cm in diameter
• Flowering Period: Mid-summer to the first frost
• Fragrance: Not scented
• Hardiness: Tender perennial (requires lifting and winter storage in colder climates)
• Key Features: Unique lilac-edged petals; open-centred blooms that attract bees and butterflies; strong, upright stems; long-lasting flowering season
• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun for optimal growth and bloom production
• Watering Needs: Regular watering; ensure well-drained soil to avoid waterlogging
• Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter or compost
• Wildlife Attraction: Attracts bees and beneficial pollinators
• Supplied As: Tubers
• Ideal For: Borders, cutting gardens, and adding unique colour accents to mixed flower beds
• Pest Resistance: Resistant to deer and rabbits
• Suited for Pots: Yes, when grown in large containers with proper support
• Maintenance: Low-maintenance; requires lifting and storage in colder regions over winter
• Planting Time: Best planted in spring for summer and autumn blooms
• Dispatch: Spring (March/April)
• We ship from London