High Country Gardens Emory Paul Dahlia
Best choice for gardeners wanting dramatic, oversized blooms and pollinator activity.
These massive, dinnerplate-sized blooms are the ultimate showstoppers for a summer garden. You will need to commit to staking and regular maintenance to support their heavy, vibrant heads, but the reward is an unmatched, pollinator-friendly display that lasts until the first frost.
$25.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic, large-scale floral focal points
- Floral designers wanting intense, high-contrast color for arrangements
- Landscapers needing reliable, long-lasting color through late autumn
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring low-maintenance, leave-in-the-ground perennials
- Busy growers wanting to avoid extra structural support tasks
- Casual gardeners looking for drought-tolerant, low-input plant varieties
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Dinnerplate-sized blooms create an unmatched focal point for any summer garden.
Pollinator Appeal
High nectar production reliably draws butterflies and hummingbirds to your landscape.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and massive heads make these perfect for dramatic arrangements.
Growth Maintenance
Requires consistent staking and pinching to manage its impressive vertical height.
Climatic Versatility
Broad hardiness range allows for successful cultivation across most growing zones.
Bloom Longevity
Provides consistent, vibrant color from mid-summer straight through to the frost.
Key Specs
Flower Size
Up to 14" flowers
Mature Height
36-40 inches
Mature Spread
24 inches
Plant Spacing
12 inches
Planting Depth
1-2 inches
Hardiness Zones
3-11
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial, Annual
Flower Type
Dahlia
Sun Exposure Requirement
Full Sun
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