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Dahlia imperialis

Tree Dahlia, Bell or Candelabra Dah

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Description

This giant deciduous perennial can grow to a size of 10-12' tall, bearing huge, divided leaves to 3' long and branched clusters of pink flowers with yellow centers in fall. It should receive sun along with average watering. -Monterey Bay Nursery

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

Lavender, Yellow

Flower Season

Fall

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Tropical, Water Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Patio

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.