Dahlia Bishop Of Leicester

Dahlia Bishop Of Leicester.  This Paeony class ‘Bishop’ variety has lilac pink flowers faintly washed with white. It has dark stems and foliage and with its open pollen covered disc is attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Flowers

All summer long

Flowering Height

90cm

Planting Depth

15cm/6 inches

Planting Distance

60cm/24 inches

Planting Time

March onwards

Soil/Position

Any well cultivated, garden soil with a good supply of organic material. Sunny sites away from strong winds.

Expert’s Tip

For early flowering, tubers may be started off in boxes in April; use a light soil mixed with compost. Keep slightly moist, cool and free from frost. When danger of frost has passed, plant out the sprouted tubers. If used as a cut flower, cut flowers only when fully developed.