Bambino dahlia

Dahlia 'Bambino'

BulbAsteraceae

Bambino dahlia
USDA zones8 to 11
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Bloom season
Summer, autumn
Foliage color
Green
Toxicity
Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats

Garden uses

AccentBorderContainerCottage gardenCut flowerPollinator gardenShade garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Bambino' dahlia (Dahlia 'Bambino') is a bulb for borders, containers, cut flowers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 8, or down to 10°F (-12°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit the blooms in early to late summer and again in early to late autumn. The green foliage sets off the flowers. Topsvoort bred it.

Pairs well with Vermillionaire cuphea, Guacamole hosta, and Lemon Grass lemongrass.

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