{"product_id":"dahlia-bonesta-tubers-uk","title":"Dahlia 'Bonesta'","description":"\u003cp\u003eA little unpredictability is part of the pleasure of \u003ci\u003eDahlia\u003c\/i\u003e 'Bonesta'. Its softly layered flowers open in creamy white to the palest pink, scattered with brushstrokes of deeper rose and vivid raspberry. Some blooms wear only a few delicate streaks; others are much more generously painted, and an occasional flower may turn almost entirely pink. There's no need to choose a favourite, because \u003ci\u003eDahlia\u003c\/i\u003e 'Bonesta' provides the whole collection on one plant. The broad petals give its fully double blooms a gently flattened, almost waterlily-like appearance, while a warm cream centre adds a soft glow as they unfold. Around 10cm across, the flowers are carried above green foliage on tall stems, creating a wonderfully informal display from midsummer onwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDahlia\u003c\/i\u003e 'Bonesta' has the sort of colouring that makes arranging flowers a pleasure. Its pale base blends beautifully with ivory, blush and lavender shades, while those lively pink streaks stop a bouquet from looking too carefully matched. Plant it among airy grasses or purple salvias in a sunny, sheltered border, and provide support for stems that can reach around 100–110cm. Fertile, well-drained soil and watering during dry spells will help keep \u003ci\u003eDahlia\u003c\/i\u003e 'Bonesta' growing well, while regular picking or deadheading encourages fresh flowers into autumn. Tubers can be started under cover in spring, then planted outside once the last frosts are past; lift and store them frost-free in colder gardens. For a flower that refuses to repeat itself exactly, \u003ci\u003eDahlia\u003c\/i\u003e 'Bonesta' is surprisingly easy to fall for.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Farmer Gracy","offers":[{"title":"1 tuber","offer_id":60220397683072,"sku":"DAHBON1TU","price":4.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 tubers","offer_id":60220397715840,"sku":"DAHBON3TU","price":12.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 tubers","offer_id":60220397748608,"sku":"DAHBON6TU","price":22.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1308\/3047\/files\/dahlia-bonesta-2.jpg?v=1793007889","url":"https:\/\/www.farmergracy.co.uk\/products\/dahlia-bonesta-tubers-uk","provider":"Farmer Gracy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}