Dahlia 'Teddy' | Teddy Dahlia
DESCRIPTION
Dahlia 'Teddy' features bright orange blossoms that gently fade in color toward the edges, creating a soft gradient effect. This variety belongs to the waterlily group, characterized by its shallow, fully double blooms that resemble the shape of a waterlily, with wide, slightly cupped petals. Each flower reaches about 5 inches in diameter, and the plant grows to 4 feet in height, making it a wonderful choice for adding a touch of warmth to garden beds or for use in floral arrangements. Its soft orange tones provide a harmonious accent to mixed plantings.
DESCRIPTION
Dahlia 'Teddy' features bright orange blossoms that gently fade in color toward the edges, creating a soft gradient effect. This variety belongs to the waterlily group, characterized by its shallow, fully double blooms that resemble the shape of a waterlily, with wide, slightly cupped petals. Each flower reaches about 5 inches in diameter, and the plant grows to 4 feet in height, making it a wonderful choice for adding a touch of warmth to garden beds or for use in floral arrangements. Its soft orange tones provide a harmonious accent to mixed plantings.
DESCRIPTION
Dahlia 'Teddy' features bright orange blossoms that gently fade in color toward the edges, creating a soft gradient effect. This variety belongs to the waterlily group, characterized by its shallow, fully double blooms that resemble the shape of a waterlily, with wide, slightly cupped petals. Each flower reaches about 5 inches in diameter, and the plant grows to 4 feet in height, making it a wonderful choice for adding a touch of warmth to garden beds or for use in floral arrangements. Its soft orange tones provide a harmonious accent to mixed plantings.
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Bloom Color: Orange
Bloom Size: Small (5 inches)
Form: Waterlily
Plant Height: 4 feetDahlias are generally low-maintenance. They do best in well-draining soil and prefer full sun for optimal growth and flowering. Tubers can be planted outside after the last frost. Nourish with a balanced fertilizer once the plants are established.
Throughout the growing season, provide regular watering, support for tall varieties, and deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Harvest blossoms when buds are 3/4 open.
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Many tubers and seeds are available online. You can visit dahliaaddict for help in finding online sources. This variety can be found online at Swan Island Dahlias.
Read more about how to plant dahlia tubers.
