Wayside Gardens Myrtle's Folly Dahlia Bulb
Best choice for gardeners seeking dramatic, pollinator-friendly cut flowers.
These dinner plate dahlias offer show-stopping, fringed blooms that turn any garden into an exhibition-grade display. While they demand consistent moisture and aren't pet-safe, the reward is a season-long parade of vibrant, pollinator-friendly color that looks just as dramatic in a vase as it does in the border.
$14.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, dramatic floral focal points
- Designers curating warm, sophisticated late-summer color palettes
- Florists wanting a consistent supply of fresh-cut blooms
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring low-maintenance, hands-off plant varieties
- Busy homeowners avoiding seasonal digging and storage labor
- Beginners discouraged by frequent pest monitoring and treatment
Performance breakdown
Bloom Impact
Dinner plate size creates a dramatic focal point in any garden.
Pollinator Attraction
Vibrant colors and nectar-rich blooms effectively draw butterflies and hummingbirds.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms make these perfect for indoor arrangements.
Garden Versatility
Adapts well to containers, borders, or traditional garden bed layouts.
Maintenance Demand
Requires consistent moisture and deadheading to maintain peak exhibition-quality performance.
Climate Adaptability
Strict hardiness zone requirements limit success in colder northern climates.
Key Specs
Item Form
Bulb
Mature Height
4 Feet (approx. 121.92 cm)
Mature Width
2 Feet (approx. 60.96 cm)
Hardiness Zones
7 - 10
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Moist, well-drained
Bloom Size
6 to 8 inches in diameter
Deer Resistant
Yes
Pollinator Attracting
Yes
Fragrant
No
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