Dahlia Decorative Arabian Night

Dahlia Decorative Arabian Night

Dahlia Decorative 'Arabian Night' Bulb Dahlia 'Arabian Night' is a breathtaking, deep burgundy dahlia variety that brings elegance and sophistication to any garden setting. Known for its rich, velvety blooms and dramatic colour, this dahlia adds a touch of luxury to borders, beds, and containers. Flowering prolifically from midsummer until the first frost, Dahlia 'Arabian Night' is ideal for creating moody, atmospheric displays and pairs beautifully with lighter-toned flowers. Its dark, romantic blooms make it a favourite for cut flower arrangements, adding a sense of drama and depth indoors. This easy-to-grow dahlia thrives in UK gardens with proper care, offering a reliable and stunning display throughout the season.
The blooms of Dahlia 'Arabian Night' are a striking, deep burgundy with hints of black, creating a luxurious and velvety appearance. Each fully double flower has slightly cupped, densely packed petals that form a rounded, full shape, measuring up to 10-15cm in diameter. The rich, dark colour stands out beautifully against green foliage, bringing an elegant contrast to brighter summer blooms and adding depth to any planting scheme. These flowers are as durable as they are beautiful, making them perfect for both garden displays and indoor arrangements.
How to Grow
Planting: Plant 'Arabian Night' dahlia tubers in spring, after the last frost, in a sunny location with well-drained, fertile soil. Position the tubers about 10-15cm deep, with the “eye” or growth point facing upwards, and space them 45-60cm apart to allow plenty of room for growth.
Watering: Water the tubers thoroughly after planting to help them establish. Once shoots appear, keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. During dry spells, water deeply once or twice a week to encourage healthy growth and plentiful blooms.
Feeding: Feed with a high-potassium fertiliser, such as tomato feed, every two weeks from the start of flowering. This will promote vibrant, long-lasting blooms and support the plant throughout the flowering season.
Staking: 'Arabian Night' produces large, heavy blooms that may benefit from staking, particularly in windy locations. Insert stakes at planting time to avoid disturbing the tubers later, and tie the stems loosely to the stakes for support as they grow.
Deadheading and Maintenance: Regularly deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering and a neat appearance. After the first frost, cut back the foliage, and either lift and store the tubers or apply a layer of mulch if leaving them in the ground over winter.
Overwintering: In colder UK regions, lift and store the tubers after the first frost. Allow them to dry, then store them in a cool, frost-free location in slightly damp compost until replanting in spring. In milder areas, a layer of mulch over the planting site can provide adequate winter protection if you prefer to leave the tubers in the ground.
With its dark, velvety blooms and long flowering period, Dahlia 'Arabian Night' adds sophistication and depth to UK gardens, creating a dramatic display from summer through autumn. This dahlia is a perfect choice for both garden enjoyment and indoor floral arrangements, providing a sense of luxury and timeless beauty.
Pack contains 1 bulb