![]() ![]() In fact, it's so hardy its young buds have been known to survive wildfires! The flower has a unique cone-like head with petals that envelope its centre but it's not just a pretty face. This unusual flower (also known as the sugarbush) hails from South Africa and is considered to be from one of the oldest living families of flowers on the planet – dating back an incredible 300 million years! Whatever species you choose – and there are 42 to take your pick from – this autumn flower always steals the show.ĭid you know? The dahlia is the national flower of Mexico, where it thrives in the mountainous regions of the country but it can also be grown here in the UK. ![]() Look for dahlias in vibrant shades of red, that are said to symbolise love and passion – the perfect date night bouquet – or opt for a dusky pink flower whose colour is meant to represent kindness and grace.ĭahlias come in a range of shapes and sizes - from the fun, ball shaped flowers that stand proud atop their stems to those with layer upon layer of fanned out petals. Some would say that dahlias are purely summer flowers – but not us! We're here to confirm that dahlias can bloom anytime between late June and early December, so you can enjoy these beauties much later in the year than most flowers. The sweet, and near-symmetrical, dahlia makes a statement in any floral display with its many rows of delicate petals and an incredible array of colours to choose from. ![]()
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