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Dahlia
Huge, long-lasting blooms on vigorous plants attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Excellent cut flower. Perfect for garden's edge, in containers and window boxes, or cut flower arrangements. Prefers rich, well-drained soil and full sun.
Companion Plants
Begonia
Petunia
Snapdragon
Plant Details
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Common name
Dahlia
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Botanical name
Dahlia pinnata
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Variety
Melody Mambo
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Zone
Grow as an annual.
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Light
Sun
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Height
18-24" (46-61 cm)
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Habit
Upright
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Feed
Use all-purpose
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Water
2-3 times per week
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Bloom Color
Red
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Bloom Time
Summer
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Maintenance
Pinch back for fuller appearance
This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:
- Michael W.'s collection