Description

Bring a touch of exotic Japanese-inspired elegance to your garden with the Dahlia ‘Kogane Fubuki’. This unique variety belongs to the “Laciniated” group, characterized by petals that are split or “fringed” at the tips, giving the large flower heads a soft, shaggy, and incredibly textured look. The color palette is warm and inviting: a base of golden yellow that blends into soft salmon-pink and peach edges.

Key Features for Malta:

Intricate Texture: The fringed (laciniated) petals provide a sophisticated, almost feathery appearance that stands out in any garden collection.

Warm Mediterranean Glow: The blend of peach, salmon, and gold captures the light of the Maltese sunset beautifully.

Compact & Sturdy: This variety is slightly more compact than giant decorative dahlias, making it an excellent choice for large pots on sun-drenched Maltese terraces or balconies.

Continuous Summer Color: Once it starts blooming in July, it will reliably provide a steady supply of flowers through the peak of summer and into autumn.

Expert Tips for Growing ‘Kogane Fubuki’ in Malta: To keep those fringed blooms looking perfect:

Ideal Sun Exposure: Thrives in full sun. In the intense Maltese July heat, providing a little afternoon shade can help the peach tones last longer without fading.

Pot Culture: Because of its slightly more manageable height (approx. 50-60cm), it performs exceptionally well in containers. Ensure you use a high-quality potting mix with good drainage.

Regular Feeding: Use a flower-specific fertilizer once every 2 weeks to ensure the plant has the energy to maintain its complex, fringed petal structure.

Support: Even though it is more compact, the large flower heads can become heavy after a summer rain. A small support ring or bamboo cane will keep the plant looking tidy.

Deadheading: To keep the “Gold Snowstorm” (the meaning of its name) blooming, snip off old flowers at the first set of leaves below the bloom.

Color: Golden Yellow with Salmon-Pink/Peach Fringed Tips.

Bloom Time: July – September.

Height: 40 – 60 cm (Compact habit).

Quantity: 1 Top-size Tuber.

Season: Summer Bloomer.

Other Names: Dahlia Kogane Fubuki,Fringed Laciniated Dahlia, Peach and Gold Dahlia, Kogane Fubuki Summer Bulb