Dahlia Dahlietta Surprise ‘Cindy’ – Compact Colour for Pots and Borders

The Dahlia Dahlietta Surprise ‘Cindy’ is a delightful compact dahlia variety, bred especially for containers, bedding, and small garden spaces. With its neat growth habit and abundant blooms, it delivers vibrant colour all summer long. ‘Cindy’ is part of the popular Dahlietta Surprise series, known for its reliability, compact shape, and early, continuous flowering.

From late spring through to the first frosts of autumn, this dahlia produces masses of cheerful blooms that add charm to patios, balconies, and garden beds. Its compact, bushy habit ensures it remains tidy, making it ideal for containers, while the vibrant flowers provide instant summer brightness.

General Information

Dahlias are native to Mexico and Central America and are loved worldwide for their striking blooms and long flowering season. The Dahlietta Surprise series is specially bred for compact, colourful plants perfect for small spaces.

• Habit: Compact, bushy perennial (commonly grown as an annual in the UK).

• Height & spread: Reaches around 20–25cm tall and 25–30cm wide.

• Foliage: Neat, dark green foliage forms a rounded mound.

• Flowers: Cheerful, brightly coloured blooms, typically in shades of pink and white for the ‘Cindy’ cultivar.

• Flowering season: June until the first frosts, providing months of display.

• Position: Best in full sun; tolerates very light partial shade.

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil or multipurpose compost in containers.

• Hardiness: Frost-tender; usually grown as an annual in the UK and Ireland, though tubers can be lifted and stored for replanting the following year.

• Uses: Excellent for patio pots, balcony planters, bedding schemes, or edging small borders.

Its compact size, vibrant colours, and floriferous nature make it a favourite for adding instant cheer to outdoor spaces.

Care Guide

Dahlia Dahlietta Surprise ‘Cindy’ is easy to grow, with simple care ensuring months of flowers.

Planting

• When to plant: Best in late spring, once the risk of frost has passed.

• Depth & spacing: Plant at the same depth as in the pot; space 25–30cm apart for bedding displays.

• Containers: Ideal for pots – use quality multipurpose compost and ensure good drainage.

Watering & Feeding

• Water regularly to keep compost evenly moist, especially in containers, but avoid waterlogging.

• Feed every 2–3 weeks with a high-potash fertiliser (such as tomato feed) to encourage continuous flowering.

• Mulch garden-grown plants in summer to conserve moisture and reduce weeding.

Pruning & Maintenance

• Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage more flowers and extend the display.

• Pinch out the growing tips of young plants to encourage bushier growth if desired.

• At the end of the season, after the first frost, lift tubers if you wish to store them. Dry them off and keep in a cool, frost-free place until spring.

Protection

• Protect from frost – cover with fleece in cold snaps or move containers into sheltered spots.

• Generally pest-free, though slugs and snails may nibble young shoots.

• Aphids may appear on fresh growth; treat promptly if needed.

Why Choose Dahlia Dahlietta Surprise ‘Cindy’?

This compact dahlia variety is a brilliant way to bring continuous colour to smaller spaces.

• Compact habit: Perfect for pots, borders, and balcony planters.

• Abundant blooms: Flowers non-stop from June until the first frost.

• Low-maintenance: Easy to grow, tidy, and reliable.

• Vibrant colours: Cheerful pink and white shades add instant brightness.

• Versatile: Suitable for bedding, edging, or containers.

The Dahlia Dahlietta Surprise ‘Cindy’ is an ideal choice for gardeners who want cheerful, long-lasting summer colour in a compact, easy-to-manage form. Whether you’re brightening a balcony, patio, or border, this reliable dahlia provides a joyful burst of flowers from summer right through until autumn.

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