Dahlia

Annual zones 3-7 or perennial zones 8-10. This diminutive dahlia produces pinwheels of vibrant warm colors, with a unique set of central petals. Compact plants sit just about 2 feet tall and create a splash of color in containers, beds and borders. Darling blooms reach 2.5 to 3.5 inches across and are incredibly attractive to a range of pollinators.

• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 7-14 Days
• Ideal Temperature: 70-75 F
• Seed Depth: 1/8"
• Plant Spacing: 18-24" 
• Frost Hardy: No
• Dahlia variabilis

Growing Tips: Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost, or direct sow after spring frosts have passed. Require full sun, rich soil, warm temps and moderate moisture. Tubers may be overwintered in frost-free conditions and replanted following year.

Tender Perennial. Compact, rounded plants are a useful size, reaching about 20 inches—perfect for bedding, large enough to make a real showing in containers or window boxes. Flowers are single, large at 3-4 inches, with petals of unusually heavy substance. Colors are perky dahlia tones of white, pinks, soft yellows, and reds.

• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 7-14 Days
• Seed Depth: 1/8"
• Ideal Temperature: 70-75 F
• Plant Spacing: 18-24" 
• Frost Hardy: No
• Dahlia variabilis

Growing Tips: Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost, or direct sow after spring frosts have passed. Require full sun, rich soil, warm temps and moderate moisture. Tubers may be overwintered in frost-free conditions and replanted following year.

Tender Perennial. Colorful mix of rose, orange, yellow, crimson, purple, and brick red. Single and semi-double flowers are a popular garden choice. A classic dahlia mix that has greeted several generations of gardeners each summer. Easy to grow.

• Tender Perennial
• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 7-14 Days
• Seed Depth: 1/8"
• Ideal Temperature: 70-75 F
• Plant Spacing: 18-24"
• Frost Hardy: No
• Dahlia hybrida

Growing Tips: Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost, or direct sow after spring frosts have passed. Require full sun, rich soil, warm temps, and moderate moisture. Tubers may be overwintered in frost-free conditions and replanted following year.