| Botanical name | Dahlia x hybrids |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Deciduous Deciduous – Sheds Its Leaves Annually  Full Sun Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day.  Frost Hardy Frost Hardy – Can Handle frost without damage.  Moderate Watering Moderate Watering – Requires Regular Watering.  Non Indigenous Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Flowers | January February March April May December Flowers appear from midsummer until early winter. |
| Common name(s) | Dahlia |
| Origin | |
| Foliage | Dahlias grow from tuberous roots, with growth occurring in summer. |
| Planting instructions | Plant them in late spring, in compost-enriched beds. |
| Maintenance | Tall varieties need staking.In areas with severe frost, lift tubers early in winter and store in a cool, dry place. |
| Soil conditions | These plants need compost-enriched soil. |
| Uses | Dahlias make excellent cut flowers. |
Dahlia x hybrids (Dahlia)
- Botanical name: Dahlia x hybrids
- Common name(s): Dahlia
- Categories: Bulbs
Plant description:
The many dahlia hybrids on the market offer flowers in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours. Flowers appear from midsummer until early winter. Dahlias grow from tuberous roots, with growth occurring in summer. Plant them in late spring, in compost-enriched beds. Tall varieties need staking. In areas with severe frost, lift tubers early in winter and store in a cool, dry place. Dahlias make excellent cut flowers.
Family: Asteraceae
Botanical Pronunciation: DAH-lee-ah
Dahlia x hybrids requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
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January February March April May December Flowers appear from midsummer until early winter. 
Dahlias grow from tuberous roots, with growth occurring in summer.
