Missis Miley dahlia

Dahlia 'Missis Miley'

BulbAsteraceae

Missis Miley dahlia
USDA zones8 to 11
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size3 feet tall
Bloom season
Summer, autumn
Bloom color
Orange-brown

Garden uses

AccentBorderContainerCottage gardenCut flowerPollinator gardenShade garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Missis Miley' dahlia (Dahlia 'Missis Miley') is a bulb for borders, cut flowers, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 8, or down to 10°F (-12°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist soil. The four inch flowers are brick red with deep plum-purple centers and sit above lush green foliage. Peter Komen bred it, and butterflies visit the blooms. Winter wet can harm it, so lift and store the tubers in a cool, dry place indoors.

Pairs well with Pineapple sage, Purple top, and Mondo grass.

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