Dahlia Fairway Pilot

Bring a splash of vibrant coral pink to your Cornwall garden this summer with the stunning Dahlia Fairway Pilot. This decorative dinner plate dahlia is a favourite among UK gardeners and florists alike, prized for its large, eye-catching blooms that can reach up to 90cm tall. Perfect for adding height and colour to borders or containers, it thrives in the sunny, well-drained spots typical of many UK gardens.

The Fairway Pilot blooms reliably from July through to the first frost, providing weeks of cheerful colour when summer is at its peak. As a summer flowering bulb, it’s easy to grow from tuber and ideal for gardeners looking to extend their flowering season. Plant your tuber in spring, about 10cm deep, ensuring the growing tip faces upwards, and give it plenty of water once shoots appear. In Cornwall’s mild climate, this dahlia will flourish with regular feeding and deadheading to encourage continuous blooms.

Whether you’re creating stunning cut flower arrangements or brightening up garden beds, Dahlia Fairway Pilot is a charming, low-maintenance choice. Add this seed and bulb kit to your collection for a guaranteed burst of summer colour that will delight year after year.