Dahlia
Cornel
Pre-order: delivery from 01-03-2026
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Why you want Dahlia Cornel in your garden
Dahlia 'Cornel' – the best red ball dahlia for garden and vase
Dahlia 'Cornel' is without a doubt the best red ball dahlia. The flowers are perfectly symmetrical, about 10 centimeters across, and have a dark cherry-red color that resembles rich velvet. The dark green foliage provides a beautiful contrast, making the flowers appear even deeper and warmer.
Flowering and growth
Dahlia 'Cornel' is a strong and reliable dahlia. The plants produce an abundance of flowers all summer long. Each flower grows on a long, sturdy stem that's perfect for cutting. Even after rain and wind, the flowers remain perfectly round and beautifully shaped. The more often you cut them, the more flowers you'll get.
Location and care
Plant the tubers after the last frost in a sunny spot in well-drained, fertile soil. Water regularly during dry spells and remove dead flowers to encourage flowering. In winter, you can dig up the tubers and store them in a frost-free place, or protect them with a layer of mulch in milder winters.
Why choose Dahlia 'Cornel'?
Because it combines everything you want in a ball dahlia: a warm, velvety red color, perfectly formed flowers, and an exceptionally long vase life. It's weather-resistant and highly productive, meaning you can enjoy it all summer and into late summer. For many growers and florists, this is the red dahlia that always delivers.
Combination tip
While Cornel Bronze adds warmth with copper and bronze tones, and Brown Sugar draws charm from rusty terracotta hues, Cornel offers the pure intensity of dark cherry red. Together, they create a complete autumnal palette that combines beautifully in both borders and bouquets.
Plant & Care
For anyone thinking, "I don't have a green thumb," you don't need one because you can borrow mine. I'm your blooming partner in the garden. No instruction booklets, just simple magic in a box. Each flower bulb comes with clear planting instructions. All you have to do is open it and follow the instructions, just like with a box of cake mix.
Got stuck somewhere? Feel free to send me a message and I'll be happy to help.
Delivery & Pre-orders
If you place a pre-order, your flower bulbs will be delivered at the perfect time for planting, in sync with nature's rhythm. View delivery times here .
Flower bulbs that are in stock during the planting season will be shipped within 1–2 business days .
We charge a fixed fee of €13.95 (Other EU countries) for the careful processing and shipping of your order.
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