Piako Botanicals Dahlia Tuber - Myrtle's Folly
Piako Botanicals Dahlia Tuber - Myrtle's Folly

Myrtle’s Folly Dahlia Tuber

$20.00

Myrtle’s Folly is a flamboyant fimbriated dahlia admired for its unique, highly textured form and vibrant, tropical colouring. A prolific flowering variety with long, sturdy stems, it is especially prized for adding dramatic flair and intricate detail to unique floral arrangements and showstopping bouquets.

This variety features beautifully formed blooms with heavily split, laciniated petals that twist and curl into a spectacular, ruffled mass. Its striking colouring presents an eye-catching blend of deep raspberry-pink, warm apricot, and soft orange tones. The inner petals gently curve to reveal golden-yellow highlights at the heart, making each multi-layered blossom look delightfully wild and full of movement.

An exceptional cut flower and a sensational conversation piece in the garden, Myrtle’s Folly pairs effortlessly with both bold, fiery palettes and contrasting deep plum tones, and is loved for both its eccentric beauty and reliability.

Features:

  • Type: Lacinated

  • Bloom Size: Medium to Large (approx. 15cm – 20cm)

  • Height: Approx. 0.9m – 1.1m

  • Best for: Cut flowers, accent bouquets, and garden borders

  • Colour: Raspberry-pink, apricot, and soft orange tones

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

Myrtle’s Folly is a flamboyant fimbriated dahlia admired for its unique, highly textured form and vibrant, tropical colouring. A prolific flowering variety with long, sturdy stems, it is especially prized for adding dramatic flair and intricate detail to unique floral arrangements and showstopping bouquets.

This variety features beautifully formed blooms with heavily split, laciniated petals that twist and curl into a spectacular, ruffled mass. Its striking colouring presents an eye-catching blend of deep raspberry-pink, warm apricot, and soft orange tones. The inner petals gently curve to reveal golden-yellow highlights at the heart, making each multi-layered blossom look delightfully wild and full of movement.

An exceptional cut flower and a sensational conversation piece in the garden, Myrtle’s Folly pairs effortlessly with both bold, fiery palettes and contrasting deep plum tones, and is loved for both its eccentric beauty and reliability.

Features:

  • Type: Lacinated

  • Bloom Size: Medium to Large (approx. 15cm – 20cm)

  • Height: Approx. 0.9m – 1.1m

  • Best for: Cut flowers, accent bouquets, and garden borders

  • Colour: Raspberry-pink, apricot, and soft orange tones

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.