Bloomquist Pumpkin dahlia

Dahlia 'Bloomquist Pumpkin'

BulbAsteraceae

Bloomquist Pumpkin 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

'Bloomquist Pumpkin' dahlia (Dahlia 'Bloomquist Pumpkin') is a bulb for borders, cut flowers, containers, 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. It blooms from early to late summer and again in early to late autumn. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit the flowers.

Pairs well with Joe-pyeweed, Vermillionaire cuphea, and Limelight hydrangea.

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