Just like Christopher Columbus we have searched far and wide on journey of daring, dahlia discovery and have struck gold (well, lilac) with the delightful Dahlia 'Columbus'. A pretty pompon dahlia that will stand its ground with almighty flower power in a spectacular summer border. It’s a ball of purple and lilac perfection, with each pristine petal suffused with white with darker, rich-lilac undersides. Not only is Dahlia 'Columbus' a long-flowering treasure to enjoy in the garden, even better news is that it grows more blooms to replace any you pick. So go ahead and feel free to cram your flower bounty into a vase and enjoy them in your home too.    

The soft purple blooms of Dahlia 'Columbus' combine well with deep purple, white, pastel shades and the more brazen colours that dahlias can offer, such as magenta pink and coral orange. For a complete contrast in flower shape and tone, try pairing Dahlia 'Columbus' with 'Honka Black' for a two-tone display of light and dark. Pot up the tubers and grow them on for a few months before planting into borders for best results.