{"product_id":"taylors-1-cafe-au-lait-dahlia-tuber","title":"Taylors 1 Cafe Au Lait Dahlia Tuber","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-690209b2-fa98-832d-b58a-13c62c2b0058-12\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-186\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"381e4e31-370c-4c77-9bdc-09962955d5a9\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"84\"\u003eTaylors Dahlia ‘Café au Lait’ Tuber – Decorative Dinner Plate Dahlia (Pack of 1)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"390\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"115\"\u003eDahlia ‘Café au Lait’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic and much-loved decorative dahlia, renowned for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"219\"\u003egiant, coffee-cream coloured blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e that bring elegance and softness to summer garden displays. Supplied as a single tuber, this iconic variety is a favourite for borders, containers and cut flower gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"412\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"412\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"483\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"483\"\u003eProduces \u003cstrong data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"461\"\u003elarge, dinner plate-sized flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e in soft cream tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"547\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"547\"\u003eHighly sought-after variety for \u003cstrong data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"545\"\u003ecut flower arrangements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"615\"\u003eTall, upright growth ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"613\"\u003eborders and bedding displays\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"662\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"662\"\u003eFlowers continuously \u003cstrong data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"660\"\u003ethroughout summer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"715\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eSuitable for \u003cstrong data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"713\"\u003elarge pots and patio containers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"770\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eSupplied as \u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"749\"\u003e1 quality tuber\u003c\/strong\u003e from Taylors Bulbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"799\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eDahlia ‘Café au Lait’ is celebrated for its oversized blooms in subtle shades of cream, beige and soft coffee tones, which complement almost any planting scheme. The fully double flowers sit proudly on strong stems, creating a refined and luxurious look that works beautifully in both traditional and modern gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003eReaching an eventual height of around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003e110cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this decorative dahlia is best planted in a sunny, sheltered position away from strong winds. It thrives in fertile, well-cultivated soil enriched with organic matter and rewards gardeners with a steady supply of blooms all summer long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eEqually impressive in the garden and the vase, ‘Café au Lait’ is a firm favourite for floral arrangements. Cutting flowers regularly also encourages the plant to produce more blooms, extending the display well into late summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dahlia ‘Café au Lait’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taylors Bulbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003eSupplied as:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 tuber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream \/ coffee-cream\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003eEventual height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 110cm \/ 44\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003ewell-drained garden soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"1989\"\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15cm \/ 6\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003ePlant spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60cm \/ 24\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borderline hardy – lift or protect over winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2520\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003ePlant tubers from \u003cstrong data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003eMarch onwards\u003c\/strong\u003e once frost risk has reduced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003eFor earlier flowers, start tubers in boxes in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003eApril\u003c\/strong\u003e using light compost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2317\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2317\"\u003eKeep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2371\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2371\"\u003eStake plants if necessary to support large blooms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003eDeadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2520\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2431\" data-end=\"2520\"\u003eLift tubers after the first frost and store \u003cstrong data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2489\"\u003efrost-free\u003c\/strong\u003e, or mulch well in mild areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2761\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eElegant, versatile and endlessly popular, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2564\" data-end=\"2589\"\u003eDahlia ‘Café au Lait’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a must-have for gardeners seeking soft colour, impressive blooms and outstanding cut flowers. A timeless variety that delivers showstopping results summer after summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylors Bulbs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57265989484928,"sku":"30238081","price":1.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/3570\/2578\/files\/taylors-1-cafe-au-lait-dahlia-tuber_jpg.jpg?v=1768835794","url":"https:\/\/oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk\/products\/taylors-1-cafe-au-lait-dahlia-tuber","provider":"Old Railway Line Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}