Easy to Grow Bulbs Dahlia Lady Darlene
Best statement flower for gardeners seeking dramatic, low-maintenance summer color.
These dinner-plate blooms deliver high-impact drama with minimal effort, turning any border into a showstopper. While their massive size requires a bit of staking to keep them upright, the reward is a relentless, fiery display that lasts from mid-summer straight through to the first frost.
$22.47
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, high-impact focal point
- Floral designers wanting long-lasting, sturdy cut flowers
- Homeowners desiring reliable, season-long garden color
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners wanting low-maintenance, leave-in-ground perennials
- Minimalists looking for plants that stand up on their own
- Casual growers preferring hands-off, pest-resistant plant varieties
Performance breakdown
Bloom Impact
Massive ten-inch dinner plate blooms create an undeniable focal point.
Maintenance Effort
Straightforward care requirements make this variety accessible for novice gardeners.
Floral Longevity
Consistent flowering from mid-summer through the first frost ensures extended color.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and dramatic form make these ideal for indoor arrangements.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably attracts butterflies to the garden throughout the peak growing season.
Growth Consistency
Predictable mounding habit provides reliable structure for beds and borders.
Key Specs
Planting Zone
8 - 11
Mature Height
30 - 36 inches
Mature Spread
18 – 24 inches
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun
Water Requirement
Moderate
Planting Depth
3 - 4 inches
Includes
3 Clumps of Tubers
Planting Season
Spring
Life Cycle
Perennial
Growth Habit
Mounding
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