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Taylors 1 Decora Dahlia Tuber

£199 £399
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Taylors 1 Decora Dahlia Tubers – Coral Orange Summer Spectacle

Dahlia ‘Decora’ tubers produce large, coral orange blooms with gently ruffled petals, offering a warm and unforgettable display from early summer through to the first frost.

Key Features

  • Large 18cm flower heads for a bold garden focal point

  • Coral orange, ruffled petals for a soft yet striking summer display

  • Free-flowering habit for continuous blooms throughout the season

  • Compact height of 70cm ideal for centre border placement or containers

  • Perfect for cut flowers, enhancing indoor displays without affecting garden impact

  • Versatile planting for beds, borders, patios, and balconies

Detailed Description

The Taylors 1 Decora Dahlia Tubers are a stunning choice for gardeners seeking a warm and vibrant focal point. Each plant produces large flower heads up to 18cm in diameter, filled with layers of gently ruffled, coral orange petals that celebrate the warmth of summer. With a flowering period stretching from July through October, this dahlia brings long-lasting colour to mixed beds and borders. Its compact height of around 70cm makes it perfect for planting at the centre of a display, where it adds height and visual interest. ‘Decora’ also performs beautifully in large containers, making it a great option for brightening patios and balconies. Thanks to its free-flowering nature, it produces plenty of blooms for cut flower arrangements, allowing you to enjoy its vibrant colour indoors without diminishing the garden display.

Specifications

  • Tubers per pack: 1 tuber

  • Flower colour: Coral orange

  • Sunlight: Full sun

  • Approx. flowering height: 70cm

  • Flowering months: July, August, September, October

  • Planting depth: 10cm

  • Bulb spacing: 45cm

  • Hardiness: Borderline hardy, may need winter protection

  • Soil pH: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

  • Soil type: Moist but well-drained

  • When to plant: March, April, May, June

Care & Usage Tips

  • Plant after the last frost in a sunny, sheltered location

  • Use well-drained soil enriched with compost for best results

  • Stake if needed to support large flower heads

  • Water consistently during dry spells to maintain strong growth

  • Deadhead spent blooms to encourage new flowers

  • Lift and store tubers over winter in colder regions to protect from frost

Add Warmth to Your Garden

Choose Taylors Decora Dahlia tubers for a stunning, long-lasting coral orange display that brings height and colour to borders, beds, and containers—perfect for gardeners looking to brighten their outdoor space.

About Us

We are a family run, independent Garden Centre, Farm Shop and Restaurant combined. We are proud to offer the very best gardening, home and outdoor living products alongside delicious, fresh, locally produced food and drink.

Awarded 'Best Garden Centre in the UK in 2018 & 2021 you can rest assured that we offer excellent products, plants and customer service.

Learn more about us and our story on the 'About Us' page.

Delivery

Collect your order in-store, have it delivered to your door, or choose a convenient InPost Locker!

We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.

Your Questions Answered...

What are the delivery options and prices?

We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.

- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).

The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.

New! Deliver to InPost Locker

Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.

- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.

Can someone else pick up my parcel?

Yes! Share your QR code or collection code (sent via email) along with your mobile number, and they can collect it for you.

Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?

No, just scan the QR code in the app or your email. For InPost Shop collections, show the QR code to the staff.

Any more questions?

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How do I track my delivery?

Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive an email with tracking details.

Who delivers my order?

Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.

What is kerbside pallet delivery?

Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.

We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.

What should I do if my order arrives damaged?

If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.

Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.

Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?

Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles

What is the warranty on my purchase?

All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.

Still have questions?

Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.

Returns

How do I return an item?

If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.

When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.