Dahlia 'Babylonian Bronze'

Dahlia hybrid 'Babylon Bronze'

The Dahlia 'Babylon Bronze' (Dahlia hybrid 'Babylon Bronze') is a dahlia variety featuring attractive bronze-colored petals that adds a unique touch of color to your garden. The following describes the main growth characteristics, propagation methods, cultivation techniques, garden uses, major pests, and control methods for this variety.
 - Growth Characteristics:
- Size: Mature plants typically grow to a height of 90 to 120 cm.
- Flowering: It has a long flowering period from summer to autumn.
- Sunlight: It requires ample sunlight but can also thrive in partial shade.
- Soil: It prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
- Watering: It requires moderate watering, but overwatering should be avoided.
 - Propagation Methods:
- Bulb Division: Dig up bulbs from the ground in spring or autumn, divide them appropriately, and plant them.
- Seeds: While propagation by seeds is possible, bulb division is more common. 3. Cultivation Method:
- Planting: Plant the bulbs in the spring after the last frost.
- Spacing: Maintain an appropriate distance of about 60 cm between plants.
- Support: Since this is a tall variety, it is necessary to provide support stakes.
- Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer every four weeks during the growing season.
 - Use in the Garden:
- Suitable as a border or background plant.
- Harmoniously blends with flowers of various colors to create a beautiful landscape.
- Also used as a material for flower arrangements.
 - Major Pests and Diseases & Control Methods:
- Diseases: Fungal diseases and leaf blight may occur. Prevent them through ventilation and airflow, and use fungicides if necessary.
- Pests: Aphids, moths, and snails may occur. Observe frequently; if pests are found, remove them immediately or use insecticides.
- Prevention: Pest and disease occurrences can be minimized through periodic soil inspection and proper care.

The 'Babylon Bronze' dahlia is popular among gardeners due to its unique color, and with proper care and attention, you can enjoy beautiful and healthy flowers.

Plant Family	Asteraceae
Height	90~120cm
Spread	30~60cm
Colors	orange
Bloom Period	July~August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-5°C

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