The Piako Botanicals Cornel Collection brings together a handpicked selection of our most reliable, high-performing ball dahlias, anchored by the legendary Cornel and its finest colour sports. Curated specifically for their exceptional vase life, strong stems, and harmonious colour palette, this bundle is designed to take the guesswork out of planning your summer cutting garden by delivering the ultimate collection of flawlessly symmetrical tubers.

This premium collection features five standout varieties that look spectacular grouped together in the landscape or mixed in a vase. From the rich, moody tones of Ivanetti and Caitlin’s Joy to the warm, sun-kissed hues of Isabel, Cornel Bronze, and the classic deep cherry-red Cornel, these tubers represent the absolute best of our field. Whether you are growing for casual summer table arrangements or elegant floral design work, this collection ensures a non-stop supply of uniform, perfectly structured blooms from midsummer until the first frosts.

Each bundle contains five individually labelled, high-quality tubers ready to plant, making it an excellent investment for expanding your patch or gifting to a fellow flower lover.

Included Varieties:

• Cornel: Deep velvet, dark cherry-red ball dahlia prized for its dramatic, classic presence and rich texture.

• Cornel Bronze: Rich bronze-orange and rusty terracotta ball dahlia with flawless geometric symmetry

• Ivanetti: Deep velvet-plum and rich burgundy ball dahlia prized for its dramatic, dark structural presence

• Caitlin’s Joy: Iridescent raspberry and smoky mauve ball-form flowers with subtle peach undertones

• Isabel: Luminous, soft lavender-pink ball-form flowers that bring a fresh brightness to arrangements.

Features:

• Pack Size: 5 premium dahlia tubers (one of each variety)

• Type Mix: Ball form (featuring the legendary Cornel sports family)

• Bloom Size: Medium (approx. 7cm – 10cm)

• Height: Approx. 1.2m

• Best for: Complete cutting gardens and coordinated floral design work

By purchasing these tubers, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to our Dahlia Tuber Terms of Sale.

Bring rich, warm elegance to your cutting garden with the stunning, glowing bronze layers of Cornel Bronze. Planting this five-pack guarantees a non-stop supply of eye-catching, perfectly formed blooms for your home bouquets.

Grown to suit New Zealand conditions, it produces strong stems and consistent blooms across the season, making it a great choice for both home gardeners and flower growers.

This variety features beautifully formed, rounded blooms in a warm blend of terracotta, soft orange, and apricot tones. A natural variation of the much-loved Cornel, it offers the same strong stems and excellent vase life, with a slightly deeper, more autumnal colour palette.

A productive and easy variety to grow, Cornel Bronze performs well in garden beds or dedicated cutting patches. Its warm colouring pairs effortlessly with both soft pastels and deeper tones, making it a versatile addition to seasonal arrangements.

Features:

• Pack Size: 5 premium Cornel Bronze dahlia tubers

• Type: Ball

• Bloom Size: Small (approx. 8cm – 10cm)

• Height: Approx. 1m

• Best for: Cut flowers and garden planting

• Colour: Terracotta, orange and apricot tones

By purchasing these tubers, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to our Dahlia Tuber Terms of Sale.

Fill your garden with the dramatic, deep plum tones of this florist-favourite ball dahlia. This five-pack provides an abundance of strong, dark stems perfect for creating moody and luxurious floral arrangements.

This variety features beautifully formed, weather-resistant blooms in a rich, saturated blend of dark plum, deep burgundy, and wine-purple tones. Its tightly rolled, geometric petals curve inward to create an intricate, honeycomb structure that reflects light beautifully, giving each jewel-toned flower a luxurious, satin finish.

An exceptional cut flower with an outstanding vase life, Ivanetti is considered an absolute staple and a relentless workhorse in the garden. It is celebrated by flower farmers as a vigorous producer that pumps out an endless supply of perfectly uniform stems and pairs effortlessly with both softer blush palettes and rich autumnal tones.

Features:

• Pack Size: 5 premium Ivanetti dahlia tubers

• Type: Ball

• Bloom Size: Small (approx. 8cm – 10cm)

• Height: Approx. 1m – 1.2m

• Best for: Cut flowers, autumnal floral work, and wedding arrangements

• Colour: Deep plum, rich burgundy, and velvety wine-purple tones

By purchasing these tubers, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to our Dahlia Tuber Terms of Sale.

Bring pure cheer to your cutting garden with the stunning, vibrant pink layers of Caitlin's Joy. Planting this five-pack guarantees a non-stop supply of eye-catching, perfectly formed blooms for your home bouquets.

This variety features beautifully formed, compact blooms in a striking blend of iridescent raspberry-pink, coral, smoky mauve, and warm apricot tones. Its unique colouring shifts subtly throughout the season—often starting with deeper violet-pink highlights and transitioning into softer bronzy-pink and gold undertones near the centre as it matures.

An exceptional cut flower and a stunning addition to the garden, Caitlin’s Joy is considered an absolute workhorse that pairs effortlessly with a wide range of palettes and is loved for both its uniform beauty and relentless reliability.

Features:

• Pack Size: 5 premium Caitlin’s Joy dahlia tubers

• Type: Ball

• Bloom Size: Small (approx. 7cm – 10cm)

• Height: Approx. 1m – 1.2m

• Best for: Cut flowers, bouquets, and garden borders

• Colour: Iridescent raspberry, coral pink, smoky mauve, and apricot tones

By purchasing these tubers, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to our Dahlia Tuber Terms of Sale.