Garden hybrid
Dahlia x hybridaGarden Dahlia16 other cultivars
‘Mix’Dahlia Mix
‘Bishop's Children’Bishop's Children Dahlia
‘Dinnerplate Blend’Dinnerplate Dahlia
‘Café au Lait’Café au Lait Dahlia
‘Arabian Night’Arabian Night Dahlia
‘Firepot’Firepot Dahlia
‘Bishop of Canterbury’Bishop of Canterbury Dahlia
‘Labyrinth’Dahlia Labyrinth
‘Sagitta’Dahlia Sagitta
‘Seattle’Seattle Dahlia
‘Bishop of Leicester’Bishop of Leicester Dahlia
‘Lisonette Dinnerplate’Lisonette Dinnerplate Dahlia
‘Red Labyrinth’Red Labyrinth Dahlia
‘Desert Sunset’Desert Sunset Dahlia
‘Bednall Beauty’Bednall Beauty Dahlia
‘Terracotta’Dahlia 'Terracotta'
The Story
Plant Bio
Tender perennials grown from tubers, dahlias feature bushy, upright growth with pinnately compound, serrated leaves. They are prized for their diverse and showy flowers, which bloom continuously from summer until the first frost.
This cultivar is celebrated for its striking, fiery orange blossoms that add a bold splash of color to garden borders and are excellent for cutting. Blooms continuously from mid-summer to frost.
Uses & Benefits:
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Perennial
Height
36 inches
Width
24 inches
Light
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Zones
8, 9, 10
Water
Regular
Humidity
Moderate
Lifespan
Perennial in suitable zones
Native To
Mexico and Central America
Toxicity
Mildly toxic to pets if ingested.
Planting
How to Grow
- Select a sunny spot with well-draining soil.
- Tuck tubers 6 inches deep in spring after the last frost.
- Water regularly to keep soil moist but not soggy.
- Fertilize monthly during the growing season for best color.
- Pinch back early to encourage bushier growth.
- Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
Pro Tip
Ensure good drainage to prevent tuber rot and deadhead regularly for continuous blooms.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water deeply once a week during dry spells 🌱
- Stake tall varieties to support heavy blooms
- Remove spent flowers to promote new growth
Don't
- Avoid overwatering to prevent tuber rot ❌
- Don’t disturb tubers during the growing season
- Refrain from fertilizing late in the season
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Pinch | ||||||||||||
| Plant | ||||||||||||
| Stake |
Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Orange Dahlia questions
What zones can Orange Dahlia grow in?
Orange Dahlia is hardy in USDA Zones 8–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Orange Dahlia deer resistant?
Not reliably. Deer may browse Orange Dahlia, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.
When does Orange Dahlia bloom?
Orange Dahlia typically blooms in summer to fall through late fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Orange Dahlia need full sun?
Orange Dahlia does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.
More Dahlia to compare
Dahlia
Dahlia variabilis
Dinnerplate Cutting Dahlia
Dahlia pinnata 'Dinnerplate Cutting Blend'
Hart Dahlia
Dahlia variabilis 'Hart'
Dahlia Mix
Dahlia x hybrida 'Mix'
Babette Giant Ball Dahlia
Dahlia pinnata 'Babette Giant Ball'
Lady Darlene Dahlia
Dahlia pinnata 'Lady Darlene'
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