Dahlia 'Jura'

Dahlia hybrid 'Jura'

Dahlia 'Jura' (Dahlia hybrid 'Jura') is a widely used ornamental plant with the following characteristics and cultivation methods.

Growth Characteristics
- Plant Form: As a perennial bulbous plant, it grows to a height of approximately 50–120 cm.
- Flowers: It blooms from summer to autumn, producing flowers in various colors.
- Sunlight: It thrives in sunny locations but can tolerate some shade.
- Soil: It prefers fertile, well-drained soil, and a soil pH between neutral and slightly acidic is suitable.

Propagation Methods
- Bulb Division: Propagation is performed by separating bulbs in late autumn or early spring. Bulbs must have buds; bulbs without buds will not germinate.
- Seed Sowing: Seeds can be sown directly in the spring to germinate, but this generally takes a long time and can be difficult to propagate.

Cultivation Methods
- Planting: Plant the bulbs after the first frost in the spring. The appropriate planting depth is approximately 5–10 cm, and the spacing between bulbs should be about 30–60 cm.
- Watering and Fertilizing: Water when the soil dries out, but avoid overwatering. During the flowering period, apply additional phosphate fertilizer to promote blooming.
- Installing Supports: For tall varieties, install supports to prevent them from being broken by the wind.

Uses in the Garden
- Background Plant: Plant it against a deck or wall to add vibrant colors.
- Border Plant: Plant it along a boundary to define a space.
- Pot Cultivation: Suitable for decorating verandas or terraces when planted in large pots.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Spider Mites: Inhabit the underside of leaves in colonies and damage them. Control them using appropriate pesticides or natural predators.
- Aphids: Congregate on young leaves and new shoots to cause damage. They can be removed using organic soap insecticides or by washing with water. - Fungal disease: This can occur in cases of excessive moisture or poor ventilation. Ensure good ventilation and control the disease by immediately removing any diseased parts.

Based on the information above, you can create a beautiful garden by properly managing and cultivating Dahlia 'Jura'.

Plant Family	Asteraceae
Height	90~120cm
Spread	30~60cm
Colors	purple, white
Bloom Period	July~August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-10°C

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