LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Large
GROWTH HABIT
Bushy
BLOOM SEASON
Late spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
OUT DOOR
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
90–120 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
USDA Zones 8–11
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
30–45 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
0.5–1 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What colour combination appears in this mixed dahlia selection?
What colour combination appears in this mixed dahlia selection?
The plants produce large blooms in shades of yellow and red creating warm contrasting tones within the same planting
Do the yellow and red flowers appear on separate plants or mixed on one stem?
Do the yellow and red flowers appear on separate plants or mixed on one stem?
Individual plants typically carry one main colour so the mix as a whole delivers both yellow and red blooms side by side in the border
Is the 90–120 cm height useful for adding mid-to-back border colour?
Is the 90–120 cm height useful for adding mid-to-back border colour?
The upright bushy growth places the bold flowers at a height that shows well behind lower annuals while remaining manageable with light support
Can the tubers formed from seed be saved for the next season?
Can the tubers formed from seed be saved for the next season?
In warmer zones the plants return as perennials while in cooler areas the tubers can be lifted after frost and stored for replanting
Will regular deadheading keep both the yellow and red blooms coming?
Will regular deadheading keep both the yellow and red blooms coming?
Removing spent flowers encourages the plants to produce successive flushes of the vibrant mixed colours through the warm season
Are these dahlias effective as cut flowers for warm-toned arrangements?
Are these dahlias effective as cut flowers for warm-toned arrangements?
The strong stems and large yellow-red heads work well in bouquets bringing bold colour and good vase presence indoors