These unique dahlias produce colorful blooms as big as dinnerplate. Each bloom is capable of measuring 10-12" in diameter. This stunning orange and white tipped decorative dahlia will surely help create an award-winning garden! Official flower used for 14th Wedding Anniversary.
Perennial only in zones 8-10.
Height: 36-48"
Bloom Time: summer
Minimum for Effect: 5
3-10
18-24"
1-2"
8-10
No 1
spring
Dahlia Bulbs
Plant tuberous roots in spring, about four inches deep. Space at least one foot (30 cm) apart, more for
large, spreading varieties. Dinnerplate Dahlias Bulbs are extremely frost-sensitive, and must be dug and stored over winter.
Features of Genus:
Dahlias belong to the most popular plants because of
their long flowering period and splendid flowers.
Interestingly enough, this widely cultivated flower,
with its many species, cultivars and varieties, had
to be discovered twice. The first description was
written in 1615 in a series of books about animals and
plants from "New Spain" (modern day Mexico), where
the Aztecs cultivated them as ornamental garden
plants. Yet it wasn't until 1789 that the director of
the Royal Gardens in Madrid received some seeds from
the Spanish director of the Botanical Garden in
Mexico. Two years later, he described a half double,
purple variety and named it after a Swedish botanist,
Andreas Dahl. Many experiments followed and many
species and cultivars were developed, giving Dahlias
the popularity and wide spread admiration they enjoy
today.
How to Plant Dahlia Bulbs?
To plant Dahlia Bulbs the bulbs should be planted with the nose of the bulb upward (or the roots facing downwards) and the Holland Festival Dinnerplate Dahlia should be planted roughly 1-2" deep and 18-24" apart from one another.
Note: For some bulbs you may not be able to tell which way is up or down, in these cases just plant them on their side and they will adjust on their own.
When to Plant Holland Festival Dinnerplate Dahlia?
Dahlia Bulbs are normally planted spring, and most Holland Festival Dinnerplate Dahlia will begin to flower sometime in summer.
Shipping Schedule: (Spring 2012)
We will begin shipping most spring-planted bulbs beginning in Mid-March, and will ship based on the best time to plant in your zone. The shipping schedule for those orders is listed below. If you need your bulbs shipped earlier or later than the date listed, please contact Customer Service at 1-866-688-9547 at least 5 business days advance of that date.* Packages will ship UPS Ground (3-5 days). If you need 1-day or 2-day air delivery, please contact us for a price quote based on your order and location.
Hardiness Zone
Shipping Schedule
Amaryllis
Ships within 3-5 Business Days
Begonia-Only Orders
Shipping Begins Late February
Zones 8-11
Shipping Begins Mid-March
Zones 6-7
Shipping Begins Early April
Zones 3-5
Shipping Begins Mid-April
*We cannot guarantee delivery of fall-planted bulb orders before March 12, except begonia-only orders.
Shipping Charges:
Shipping is only $3.95 for any and all orders, including bulk bulbs!
This tool will help you figure out how many bulbs you may need to completely fill your garden. To start, select your garden shape and then fill in the boxes with the required information.
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