Dahlia – Honka

A unique and whimsical variety, Dahlia ‘Honka’ features star-shaped, single flowers with narrow, twisted petals radiating from a golden-yellow centre. The lemon-yellow blooms are elegant and airy, giving the plant a delicate, almost daisy-like appearance—perfect for adding texture and charm to borders and bouquets. A magnet for pollinators and a favourite among designers for its sculptural form.

Tuber Count: 2
Plant Height: 60–80 cm
Bloom Size: 8–10 cm
Flower Type: Single, star-shaped (Honka type)
Growth Habit: Upright, open
Light Requirement: Full sun
Blooming Season: Mid to late summer through early autumn
Spacing: 30–40 cm apart
Staking: Usually not required but may help in windy areas

🌱 Growing Tips 

🕰️ Planting Time:
Spring (August–October), after frost has passed and soils are warming up.

📍 Position:
Full sun with good air circulation. Great for wildflower-style plantings, cottage gardens, and mixed borders.

🌾 Soil:
Light, well-draining soil enriched with compost or organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH preferred.

💧 Watering:
Water regularly in dry conditions. Keep moist but not soggy. Avoid overhead watering where possible.

🍽️ Feeding:
Feed every 2–3 weeks during flowering with a potassium-rich fertiliser (3:1:5 or 5:10:10).

✂️ Care & Maintenance:
Remove faded blooms to encourage continuous flowering. Lift and store tubers in winter where heavy frost occurs.

🛏️ Overwintering:
In frost-free regions, tubers can stay in the soil. Elsewhere, lift and store in dry peat or vermiculite in a cool, dark place.

💛 Why You’ll Love It

• Unique star-shaped blooms add texture and movement

• Compact and easy to grow

• A favourite with bees and butterflies

• Lovely in garden beds and floral arrangements

• Light and airy aesthetic for naturalistic plantings