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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:

An easy water-wise improvement in lawn areas is to change high output spray sprinkler nozzles to low-flow rotators.

You'll have less runoff and be less likely to apply more water than is needed.