Dahlia Anemone-flowering type

Dahlia Anemone-flowering type

Flowers (approx. 3-4" / 7-10 cm) have one or more rings of florets with the central disc's dense tubular florets looking like elongated pincushions. Definitely one of the more unique looking dahlias that deserves a special spot in your garden or mixed container.

What You Need To Know Before You Plant:

When Will This Flower Bloom?

Mid Summer continuous into late Fall

When Should I Buy and Plant These Bulbs?

Spring

What Kind of Light Does This Bulb Prefer?

Full sun to dappled shade

What Color Will the Flower Be?

See 'popular varieties'

How Far Apart Should I Plant These Bulbs?

16 in / 40 cm

How Deep Should I Dig?

(see planting note) in

How Tall Will It Grow?

24-36 in / 60-90 cm

Is It Deer/Critter Resistant?

Yes

How Can I Best Use It in My Landscaping?

In borders, perennial- and flower-beds, containers and for cutflowers.

Other Popular Varieties

'Brio' (orange-red), 'Honey' (honey-yellow & pink), 'Purpinka' (purple), 'Siemen Doornbosch' (pink & white) and 'Toto' (white).

Additional Information

* PLANTING NOTE: do not plant too deep, the crown of the tuber should be just below or at soil level. Adjust your planting dept according to the size of the tuber.

About the Family

Dahlia Family

Central America, Mexico and Columbia. The Aztecs gathered and cultivated dahlias for food, ceremonial and decorative purposes and the long woody stems of one variety was used for small pipes. The dahlia is named after 18th century Swedish botanist Anders Dahl. It was named the national flower of Mexico in 1963.

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