Dahlia merckii

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Dahlia

 
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Description

Dahlia is a cute herbaceous tuberous perennial, which can grow up to 6' tall and up to 3' wide. It prefers sunny to part shady, moist, well-drained , organic rich, light loamy soil. It blooms in summer and in fall and could have purple, pink, yellow, red or white flowers. Since it grows upright, you may have to stake it. Plant in window boxes, containers or use for cut flowers, borders or for specimen plants. Pinch the shoots to promote dense growth.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check the soil's moisture level before watering.

You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.