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Bishop of Oxford

The border goes green in July. This one never does.

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Peony · 3.5–4.7"OrangeVan der Linden (2004)Netherlands

Bishop of Oxford was bred in Netherlands by Van der Linden in 2004. By late July, the border has gone green and flat. Bishop of Oxford hasn't. Bishop of Oxford is a peony dahlia that opens 3.5–4.7" blooms in orange.

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Specifications

Physical

Form
Peony
Bloom class
BB4–6"
Bloom size
3.5–4.7"(9.0–12.0 cm)
Plant height
30–39"

Color

Color
Orange
Pattern
Solid
Tags
orangecopperburnt orangedark foliagepurple foliage

Growing context

Flowering season
Mid season
Cut flower
✓ Yes

Provenance

2004
Netherlands
Breeder
Van der Linden

Growing Bishop of Oxford

Plant in full sun after your last frost date. Pinch the main growing tip early to push side branching and more flowers. Feed every two weeks with a low-nitrogen fertiliser once buds appear. Lift tubers after the first frost, dry for a week, and store in barely damp compost over winter.

Spacing
Space roughly 2–3 ft apart
Staking
Staking recommended once buds set

Frequently asked questions

How tall does Bishop of Oxford dahlia grow?

Bishop of Oxford reaches 30–39" at maturity, so plan to stake plants early to keep heavy blooms upright.

When does Bishop of Oxford dahlia bloom?

Bishop of Oxford is a midseason bloomer, in flower from midsummer through first frost.

Is Bishop of Oxford dahlia good for cut flowers?

Yes — Bishop of Oxford is well suited for cutting.

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