Dahlia 'Chat Noir'
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Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2025
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Description
Turn heads with the striking beauty of Dahlia 'Chat Noir', a dahlia variety that exudes sophistication and drama. Its large, semi-cactus blooms unfurl in rich, velvety shades of deep red, almost black, creating a mesmerising focal point in any garden. Perfect for those seeking a touch of mystery, this dahlia brings a sense of elegance and intrigue wherever it’s planted. Dahlia 'Chat Noir' thrives in sunny borders, where its tall, sturdy stems can reach up to 1.2 metres, making it ideal for the back of garden beds or as part of a statement planting scheme. These captivating blooms aren’t just a garden highlight—they also make fabulous cut flowers, adding a bold touch to floral arrangements.
From midsummer until the first frosts, Dahlia 'Chat Noir' provides a spectacular display of flowers that contrast beautifully with its dark green foliage. Its long flowering season and low maintenance needs make it a favourite among gardeners who want maximum impact with minimum fuss. Whether you’re looking to add a dash of drama or create a sultry, sophisticated garden vibe, Dahlia 'Chat Noir' is the perfect choice. Pair it with lighter-coloured blooms for a stunning contrast, or let it shine solo in all its moody splendour!
Key features
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Good for cutting
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Comes back every year
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Thrives well in full sun
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Packed in paper bags
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Low maintenance
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RHS Award (AGM)
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May need winter cover
Specs & details
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Botanical name
Dahlia 'Chat Noir'
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Flower colour
Red, near-black
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Tuber size
1
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Established height
1.2-1.5m
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Established spread
50-70cm
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Plant spacing
5 tubers per m2
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Leaf colour
Green
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Habit
Upright
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Life cycle
Perennial
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Hardiness
Half hardy
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Years to establish
1st year
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Sunlight
Full sun
Partial shade -
Position
Sheltered
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Suitable for
Large containers
Borders
Gravel gardens
Coastal gardens
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens
Cut flower gardens -
Soil acidity
Any
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Soil moisture
Free draining
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Soil type
Loam
Sandy
Multipurpose compost
Loam-based compost -
RHS Award (AGM)
Yes
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Growing skill
Easy to grow
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Scented
No
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Pollinator-friendly
No
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Mouse resistant
No
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Rabbit resistant
No
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Deer resistant
No
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Toxicity
No report
Plant calendar
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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- Planting
- Flowering
Useful information
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Dahlia 'Chat Noir' is half hardy, which means that it should be kept frost free over winter and during spring.
For best results, start your dahlia tubers in temporary pots in a
greenhouse in March or April to grow on to transplant outside later in the season—this will give them a head start.Alternatively, you can plant the Dahlia 'Chat Noir' tubers directly outside in May.
Plant with the stump of last year's stem facing upwards. The tuber should be fully submerged but with the stump just below the soil surface.
Plant one tuber per 8-10" pot if growing on during spring. When
planting outside, space the tubers around 30-50cm apart from each other. Compact varieties don’t need so much space.Water-in thoroughly after planting and continue to water regularly once in full growth, but only when the soil appears to be nearly dry.
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Orders placed before 1 March 2025
You can expect your order in Feb/March 2025Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2025
You can expect your order in April 2025Orders placed 16 April - 15 May 2025
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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