Dahlia Crème de Cassis

Dahlia Crème de Cassis, A gem of the first order and almost everyone who comes across it is enchanted by it.

Compact clusters of upward facing warm violet flowers centred around a deep purple heart. Each petal is coloured plum-purple underneath, creating depth and contrast. Extremely versatile: use as a foreground planting in the mixed border, for edging a path, it makes a fine pot plant, providing great cut flowers all summer. A large grouping creates a striking focal point. No staking required. Height 60-70cm.

Suggestion: Affaire combines wonderfully with such late-flowering narcissus as Tripartite and Thalia, creating a playful spring picture. Set it amongst the dark bronze foliage of Astilbe 'Fanel' which offers it the perfect setting and carmine red flowers to follow on