Here with a license to thrill and most definitely for your eyes only! Dahlia 'Skyfall', a new introduction, is a fantastically intense-coloured collarette with open, crimson petals which fade to violet pink on their outer edges. A mini ruff of petals encircle the middle which adds extra detail, and these together with the outer petals open wide to reveal a gorgeously dark centre and gold-dusted stamens. Dahlia 'Skyfall' will sit smartly in any border or large patio container, flowering repeatedly through summer and well into autumn. Pick a bunch because more will come, they’re extra vivid when coupled in a vase with a contrasting dahlia like 'Totally Tangerine'.  

Much like Bond himself, the adaptable Dahlia 'Skyfall' will get on the case and perform well in sun and partial shade in a moist, but well-drained soil. Growing to approximately 90cm tall and with a branching habit and flowers which aren’t huge and heavy, it’s a handy choice if you’re looking for something long-flowering and of a substantial height to grow in a large pot. And if you’re looking for an eye-catching spectre indoors, the bonteous blooms of Dahlia 'Skyfall' are perfect for cutting. So step aside Miss Moneypenny, this beautiful dahlia will leave you shaken and stirred, dahlias are forever.