Fun Red White. Not the most imaginative of names! But as it says, it has deep red flowers with white tips anddeep green leaves. Lovely compact plants, making them perfect for pots or at the front or the middle of a border. Cutting Raised. ht 55cm

Dahlias should not be planted outside till the risk of frost has passed; both cutting and garden-ready plants need frost protection.

Supplied as rooted cuttings in 4cm plugs

From April, Garden-ready plants will be available at the nursery or shows. not mail order.