Cactus Dahlia: Summer Bulb Of The Year!
Dahlias are the favorite of many gardeners – and no wonder. These exciting flowers are available in a wide range of bright colors. Actually, no other garden flowers can match their range of colors and sizes!
Dahlias are the favorite of many gardeners – and no wonder. These exciting flowers are available in a wide range of bright colors. Actually, no other garden flowers can match their range of colors and sizes!
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 8 – 11 |
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| Heat Zones | 1 – 11 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Dahlia |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Mid,Late)Fall |
| Height | 1' – 4' (30cm – 120cm) |
| Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 18″ – 24″ (45cm – 60cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage |