Piako Botanicals Dahlia Tuber - Genova
Piako Botanicals Dahlia Tuber - Genova

Genova Dahlia Tuber

$20.00
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Genova serves as an incredibly hard-working staple for cut-flower growers, celebrated for its exceptional productivity. It continuously throws long, straight stems packed with perfectly uniform flower heads right up until the frost arrives.

The tightly reflexed, miniature blooms display an elegant palette of pale lavender, cool lilac, and soft mauve, often resting over clean, contrasting dark green foliage. Each curved petal is subtly tipped with a deeper, regal violet hue, creating a beautiful multi-toned dimension that catches the morning light and lends a sophisticated, texturized look to the garden.

Because of its smaller, highly manageable bloom size, this variety acts as a perfect blender in floral design. It effortlessly bridges the gap between lighter pastels and deeper plum tones in mixed market bouquets, holding its flawless geometric structure in a vase far longer than larger, softer decorative types.

Features:

  • Type: Ball

  • Bloom Size: Small / Miniature (approx. 5cm – 8cm)

  • Height: Approx. 0.7m – 1m

  • Best for: Mixed floral arrangements, and front-of-border garden beds

  • Colour: Soft lavender, lilac, and pale mauve with deeper violet tips

By purchasing this tuber, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to our Dahlia Tuber Terms of Sale.

Genova serves as an incredibly hard-working staple for cut-flower growers, celebrated for its exceptional productivity. It continuously throws long, straight stems packed with perfectly uniform flower heads right up until the frost arrives.

The tightly reflexed, miniature blooms display an elegant palette of pale lavender, cool lilac, and soft mauve, often resting over clean, contrasting dark green foliage. Each curved petal is subtly tipped with a deeper, regal violet hue, creating a beautiful multi-toned dimension that catches the morning light and lends a sophisticated, texturized look to the garden.

Because of its smaller, highly manageable bloom size, this variety acts as a perfect blender in floral design. It effortlessly bridges the gap between lighter pastels and deeper plum tones in mixed market bouquets, holding its flawless geometric structure in a vase far longer than larger, softer decorative types.

Features:

  • Type: Ball

  • Bloom Size: Small / Miniature (approx. 5cm – 8cm)

  • Height: Approx. 0.7m – 1m

  • Best for: Mixed floral arrangements, and front-of-border garden beds

  • Colour: Soft lavender, lilac, and pale mauve with deeper violet tips

By purchasing this tuber, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to our Dahlia Tuber Terms of Sale.

Growing Dahlia Tubers in New Zealand

Below are some answers to frequently asked questions about growing dahlias. You can also download our handy Dahlia Growing Guide here.

  • Plant dahlia tubers in New Zealand from late spring once the risk of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. In most regions, this is typically between October and December.

  • Plant tubers horizontally about 10 to 15cm deep in well-draining soil, with the growing eye facing upwards. Choose a sunny position and allow enough space between plants for airflow as they grow.

  • Dahlias grow very well in New Zealand conditions, especially in sunny, sheltered spots with free-draining soil. They are well suited to both home gardens and cut flower growing.

  • Yes. All Piako Botanicals dahlia tubers are selected for their performance in the garden and as cut flowers. Many varieties produce long, strong stems that are ideal for harvesting and arranging.

  • In colder or wetter areas, lifting tubers over winter can help prevent rot and improve performance the following season. In milder regions, they can often be left in the ground if drainage is good.

  • All tubers are grown, lifted, divided, and stored by hand on our Waikato flower farm. We only sell varieties we grow ourselves, so you can plant with confidence.