Bacardi dahlia

Dahlia 'Bacardi'

BulbAsteraceae

Bacardi dahlia
USDA zones8 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds dry soil
Size2 to 4 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
Bloom season
Summer, autumn
Bloom color
Red

Attracts

Butterflies

Notes

'Bacardi' dahlia (Dahlia 'Bacardi') is a bulb for borders and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 8, or down to 10°F (-12°C). This plant likes full sun and dry soil. Large, fully double flowers in dusty raspberry-rose have darker centers and sit on sturdy stems. Butterflies visit the blooms. In areas with wet winters, lift the bulbs and store them in a cool, dry place indoors.

Pairs well with Shenandoah switchgrass, Star of persia, and Lime Zinger sedum.

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