1 / 3Key characteristics
- Height
- 4½ ft
- Bloom size
- Medium (7 in)
- Flower color
- Fiery blend of orange and red with golden‑yellow highlights
- Plant spacing
- 12-18 inches
Dahlias
Dahlia 'Hometown Hero'
Hometown Hero Dahlia
Dahlia 'Hometown Hero' displays bright red petals, each tipped with yellow‑orange and revealing a radiant core of yellow and orange as the bloom fully opens. The informal decorative form features gently rounded heads with slightly flared petals, offering a full appearance that carries easily on strong stems. Flowering begins in midsummer and continues steadily into early autumn, giving a long season of simmering warmth and rich color.
Availability
Many tubers and seeds are available online. For help in finding online sources, visit dahliaaddict.com.
Planting & care
Many tubers and seeds are available online. You can visit dahliaaddict for help in finding online sources. This variety was seen at Swan Island Dahlias.
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Dahlia 'Show 'N' Tell'
Show 'N' Tell Dahlia
Blooms red‑orange petals tipped with bright yellow
Dahlia 'Flamethrower'
Flamethrower Dahlia
Blooms orange to red with yellow tips
Dahlia 'Hot Tamale'
Hot Tamale Dahlia
Blooms red-orange with deep yellow edged petals
Dahlia 'Caliente'
Caliente Dahlia
Blooms deep, bold red, often with golden undertones near the center