American Meadows Wizard Of Oz Ball Dahlia
Best compact floral choice for small garden spaces and container displays.
These perfectly spherical blooms bring a sophisticated, architectural structure to small gardens that most sprawling perennials lack. While you will need to dig up and store the tubers in colder climates, the trade-off is a season-long display of soft color that thrives in containers and borders alike.
$14.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking unique architectural shapes for their landscape
- Floral designers wanting long-lasting blooms for home arrangements
- Designers looking for soft, versatile colors for garden beds
Who should skip it
- Gardeners wanting low-maintenance plants that stay in the ground
- Busy growers who prefer plants resistant to common pests
- Casual gardeners looking for hands-off, drought-tolerant varieties
Performance breakdown
Bloom Aesthetic
Perfectly symmetrical ball-shaped blooms offer a sophisticated, high-impact garden look.
Versatility
Compact growth habit thrives equally well in containers or garden borders.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably draws butterflies and hummingbirds to your outdoor space all season.
Ease of Maintenance
Requires consistent moisture and deadheading to maintain peak flowering performance.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms make these ideal for indoor arrangements.
Climate Adaptability
Wide zone range, though colder climates require seasonal tuber storage efforts.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
3-10
Perennial in Zones 8-10
Flower Size
3 inches
Mature Height
42 inches tall
Planting Depth
1-2 inches deep
Soil Type
Well-Drained Soil, Loamy Soil
Bloom Time
Summer until frost
Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
Certification
Neonicotinoid Free
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
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