Dahlia Giant Dinnerplate Mix Bulbs

Dahlia Giant Dinnerplate Mix offers a captivating array of towering dinnerplate dahlias, growing 36 to 48 inches tall and showcasing massive, colorful blooms. Each random mix is a delightful surprise, featuring unique blends of dahlias with symmetrically arranged petals in brilliant hues. These stunning flowers bloom from midsummer through fall, often until the first frost, providing abundant beauty for both garden and vase. The more you cut, the more blooms you'll enjoy, ensuring a continuous display of dramatic blossoms. With proper care, these long-lived plants will bring joy to your garden for years to come.

The Giant Dinnerplate Mix contains clump-forming, tender perennials (Zones 9-11) with an upright habit. These dahlias make impressive focal points in garden beds and borders and are equally striking in containers. Their tall stature may require staking or caging for added support during the growing season.

These dahlias thrive in sunny to partially shaded locations with rich, well-draining soil. Enhance heavy clay or sandy soils with organic matter, such as peat moss or ground bark, for the best results. Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture while the plants are actively growing. Pinch stems back at 8 to 10 inches tall to encourage bushy growth and more blooms and fertilize in early spring and late summer. Apply mulch to keep the soil cool and moist. Divide tubers in the fall to enjoy these beauties for years to come.

Plant Giant Dinnerplate Mix dahlia tubers in warm spring soil after the threat of frost has passed, spacing them 12 to 36 inches apart and planting 3 inches deep. For a head start, pot tubers indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost date in 5- to 8-inch pots filled with potting mix. Transplant outdoors when the danger of frost has passed.

NOTE: In Zones 3-7, lift and store tubers indoors before frost, keeping them in dry peat moss or vermiculite at 50°F. Alternatively, enjoy these dahlias as annuals in any climate for vibrant summer and fall blooms.