Show-stopping blooms to take you right through to autumn
Suttons’ new range of summer-flowering perennial bulbs includes pollen-free blooms, collections in vibrant or pastel hues, plus a tall tree dahlia. View the full range on Sutton’s website.
Summer-flowering perennial bulbs -Dahlia Autumn Shades Mix
Enjoy this mix of dahlia blooms in autumnal shades, with vibrant coral pinks and deep maroons. The contrasting flower shapes add interest, with spiky cactus dahlias set against pom-poms.
Chosen for their free flowering nature, these five varieties will produce flowers from midsummer to the first frost. Grow in borders or containers. Cut flowers make long-lasting displays indoors.
The mix is made up of Nuit d’Eté, Pacific View, Maroon Fox, Waltzing Matilda and Ivanetti.
- 5 Tubers (1 of each variety) £19.99.
- 10 Tubers (2 of each variety) £34.99.
Dahlia Berry Sorbet Mix
This mix features perfectly graduated shades, deepening from white, lilac and lavender towards a rich purple. These long-flowering, robust varieties boast blooms that open in complementary shapes and sizes, on sturdy stems. A great choice for summer bouquets.
The mix is made up of Teesbrooke Audrey, Purple Fox, Mediterranee, Boom Boom White and Purple Gem.
- 5 Tubers (1 of each variety) £19.99.
- 10 Tubers (2 of each variety) £34.99.
Summer-flowering perennial bulbs – Dahlia Bee-Friendly Collection
The Bee Friendly Collection supplies a nectar-rich banquet for insects right through to autumn. Whether planted in pots or borders, they will be buzzing with bees and butterflies for months. The collection includes bright and summery shades, all with single blooms that are easily accessible for insects.
- 5 Tubers £11.99.
- 10 Tubers £16.99.
- 20 Tubers £19.99, was £22.99 (save 13 per cent).
Dahlia Imperialis (Tree dahlia)
The October-flowering Dahlia Imperialis requires a warm position to bloom so late in the year. A greenhouse, conservatory or sheltered position in a mild garden is ideal. You’ll be rewarded with pale mauve, yellow-centred flowers, which nod down on you.
A magnificent specimen plant for a tropical border. Imperialis makes a fantastic foliage plant, boasting huge, elder-like leaves on bamboo-like stems.
- 1 Bulb £11.99, was £14.99 (save 20 per cent).
- 2 Bulbs £17.99, was £19.99 (save 10 per cent).
Lily Pollen-Free Collection
injects a rainbow of summer colour into your borders, pots and vases with this collection of five Asiatic lilies. This collection has five pollen-free varieties, which means no more mess on your furniture or clothing.
The intensely-coloured blooms are beautifully complemented by glossy deep-green foliage. Large, upward double flowers form in generous clusters on tall, sturdy stems, ideal for cutting. Asiatic lilies are fully hardy, liking in sun or part-shade and re-emerging year after year.
The collection is made up of Bald Eagle, Scoubidou, Gold Twin, Red Twin and Belvedere.
- 10 Bulbs (2 of each variety) size 14/16, £19.99 instead of £29.99 (save 33 per cent).
- The individual varieties are also available to buy separately at £8.99 for 2 bulbs.
For more information visit www.suttons.co.uk.
