Key characteristics
- Height
- 4 ft
- Bloom size
- Small (4 in)
- Flower color
- Peach petals with red stripes across the blooms
- Days to maturity
- 80 to 100 days
- Light
- Full Sun
- Plant spacing
- 12-18 inches
Dahlias
Dahlia 'Awe Shucks'
Awe Shucks Dahlia
Dahlia 'Awe Shucks' produces 4-inch waterlily blooms in soft peach to creamy yellow, splashed and streaked with irregular patterns of red. Broad, gently cupped petals create a graceful, open flower form, while the variable markings give each blossom its own distinctive pattern. Blooming begins in midsummer and continues abundantly through autumn until the first frosts.
Introduced in 2009 by Swan Island Dahlias in Oregon, 'Awe Shucks' is a prolific cultivar that produces numerous flowering stems throughout the season.
Availability
Many tubers and seeds are available online. For help in finding online sources, visit dahliaaddict.com.
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.
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