Northwest Blooms · Dahlias
Dahlia 'Baby Red'
Baby Red Dahlia
- Height
- 1 foot
- Form
- Single-flowered
- Bloom size
- Miniature (1 inch)
- Flower color
- Bright red
- Days to maturity
- 80 to 100 days
- Light
- Full Sun
- Plant spacing
- 12-18 inches
About this plant
Dahlia 'Baby Red' produces petite, 1-inch scarlet-red flowers centered with prominent golden-yellow discs. Each single-flowered bloom has one open row of broad, gently rounded petals, creating a simple, cheerful appearance while exposing pollen-rich centers to visiting pollinators. Flowering begins in midsummer and continues freely through autumn until the first frosts.
An older cultivar of uncertain origin, 'Baby Red' is valued for its compact growth and abundant flowering. Reaching only about 1 foot tall, it is particularly suited to containers, edging, the fronts of borders, and pollinator gardens. Its small red flowers also add bright accents to informal bouquets and floral arrangements.
Planting & care
Growing beautiful dahlias starts with thoughtful planting and care. A sunny location, well-draining soil, and consistent attention throughout the growing season help plants develop abundant flowers. Regular watering and feeding encourage healthy growth, while mulch helps conserve moisture. Removing spent flowers keeps plants blooming freely from summer into fall.
