Agape Farm and Flower Bantling

Formal Decorative dahlias are characterized by their symmetrical, flat-tipped petals that curve inward toward the center. This creates a highly organized, geometric look that is prized for its consistent, uniform appearance in garden beds and floral arrangements.

Yes, because the Bantling dahlia is treated as an annual, you must dig up and store the tubers once the first frost kills the foliage. This prevents them from rotting in cold, wet soil and ensures they survive to be replanted the following year.

You should space your tubers 18 to 24 inches apart. This distance provides adequate airflow, which is essential for preventing fungal issues and allows the plants enough room to reach their full height of 30 to 40 inches.

Yes, the Bantling dahlia is versatile and performs well in both full sun and partial shade. While full sun typically encourages the most prolific flowering, partial shade can actually help the blooms last longer during the peak heat of mid-summer.

Once established, the Bantling dahlia typically begins its bloom cycle in July and will continue to produce flowers consistently through October. Regular deadheading of spent blooms will encourage the plant to keep producing new flowers throughout the season.