This prolific, Ball-form Dahlia is deep red and packed with petals but still retains its elegant simplicity. It's a treat in late summer when planted with Eupatorium 'Chocolate', Crocosmia, Cannas, or Bananas. We can't think of a genus that offers more variety of color and form than Dahlia. These hybrids of species native from Mexico to Colombia hold their display in reserve for mid- to late summer and early fall, when most gardens and most vases are looking a little tired. Planted in 3s and 6s, they serve to fill holes that develop in the perennial border and make excellent potted plants (1 tuber in a 12in pot). Dahlias prefer full sun, though partial shade is acceptable. They like rich soil and even moisture, which means regular watering in areas with hot, dry summers. Dahlias are perennial in Zones 8–10. Where they are not hardy, Dahlias are easily overwintered indoors (details in the Cultural Instructions booklet that will accompany your order). Tubers.

Common Name: Dahlia Hardiness Zone: 1- 10 S / 1 - 10 W Bloom Time: July-Oct Height: 3' Ships as: Tuber

Condsider Planting With The Following:

The Karma Dahlia
	The Karma series was developed for the cut flower market, and in garden trials here we noted Corona® had strong stems and flowers that opened together on a branch. Their blend of salmon, yellow, and bronze is hard to do justice to. Cactus form.

Trudy's Favorite Dahlia

Quietly elegant with other pastel shades. The soft yellow, 4in flowers are hazed with a salmon hue that"s richer in the center. Decorative form. We can"t think of a genus that offers more variety of color and form than Dahlia. These hybrids of species native from Mexico to Colombia hold their display in reserve for mid- to late summer and early fall, when most gardens and most vases are looking a little tired. Planted in 3s and 6s, they serve to fill holes that develop in the perennial border and make excellent potted plants (1 tuber in a 12in pot).

The Dahlias for Cutting
	Dahlias make excellent cut flowers because their stems are long and their blooms last several days in water. To keep your vases full from late summer till fall, we've assembled a cutting garden mix you'll never forget. It contains a range of colors, shapes, and heights. Dahlias aren't hurt by cutting. In fact, the more you cut, the more these prolific plants will grow and bloom. Mix of 6 tubers.

Quick Dahlias Growing Guide:

Grow Dahlias in full sun or partial shade and rich, evenly moist soil. Plant after danger of frost has passed in spring, setting the eyes (buds), which are located near the base of the previous year's stalk, facing up.

Gardeners in cold-winter climates can get a jump on a short season by starting Dahlia tubers indoors in pots or flats 4-6 weeks before the last frost date in their area. Pot tubers several inches deep in a light, soilless potting mix. Water sparingly until new growth emerges, and then more freely. Place the plants in a sunny window or under a growlight (timed for 15 hours of light). Plant them outside in the garden once all danger of frost has passed.

Varieties that grow much taller than 24 inches should be staked. Take care when pushing the stake into the soil to avoid injuring the tuber. For continued bloom, it is important to deadhead weekly.

Fully hardy to Zone 8 (10°F); well-mulched plants often overwinter in Zone 7 (0°F). In colder zones, harvest the tubers when frost blackens the leaves in fall. Dig up the entire root system and cut the stems off a few inches above above the top of the tubers. Place the tubers in a wooden crate or plastic tub and cover them completely with lightly moistened peat moss or sand. If you have more than one variety, label each tuber. Store at a cool temperature (40°-50°F). Set tubers back outdoors after the danger of frost has passed in spring.