American Meadows Manhattan Island Dinner Plate Dahlia
Best choice for gardeners wanting dramatic, large-scale floral displays.
These massive, dinner-plate-sized blooms bring high-impact drama to any garden bed or vase. You will have to dig up and store the tubers if you live in a colder climate, but the reward is a relentless, butterfly-attracting display that lasts all summer long.
$19.99
Who it's for
- Designers looking for vibrant, tropical focal points
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, oversized floral displays
- Florists creating professional-grade, long-stemmed arrangements
Who should skip it
- Gardeners wanting low-maintenance, self-supporting plants
- Busy growers avoiding seasonal digging and indoor storage
- Beginners preferring plants resistant to common garden pests
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Massive dinner plate blooms create an undeniable focal point in gardens.
Pollinator Appeal
Bright colors and nectar-rich centers effectively draw butterflies and hummingbirds.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and impressive size make these perfect for indoor arrangements.
Garden Resilience
Deer resistance provides peace of mind for vulnerable outdoor planting areas.
Growth Versatility
Adapts well to both container gardening and traditional landscape beds.
Maintenance Ease
Simple care requirements, though winter storage is necessary in colder climates.
Key Specs
Growing Zones
3-10
Bloom Time
Summer until frost
Flower Size
8-10 inches
Mature Height
36-40 inches tall
Bulb Spacing
1 tuber per square foot
Flower Bulb Size
#1 Clump
Planting Depth
1-2 inches deep
Soil Moisture
Average
Soil Type
Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil, Acidic Soil, Well-Drained Soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
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