1 / 3Key characteristics
- Height
- 3-4 feet
- Form
- Formal Decorative
- Bloom size
- Miniature (3 inches)
- Flower color
- Pale yellow
- Days to maturity
- 80 to 100 days
- Light
- Full Sun
- Plant spacing
- 12-18 inches
Dahlias
Dahlia 'Barbarry Primrose'
Barbarry Primrose Dahlia
Dahlia 'Barbarry Primrose' produces miniature, 3 inch blooms in a soft primrose to buttery yellow. Its formal decorative flowers are fully double, with neatly arranged, slightly incurved petals forming smooth, rounded heads with precise symmetry. The pale coloring remains luminous throughout the flower. Blooming begins in midsummer and continues through autumn until the first frosts.
Raised in the United Kingdom by hybridizer B. F. Davies and introduced in 2003, 'Barbarry Primrose' combines compact flowers with prolific seasonal color.
Availability
Many tubers and seeds are available online. For help in finding online sources, visit dahliaaddict.com.
Where to see it
This variety can be seen at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
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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