• A close-up shot of a single Bishop of Canterbury Dahlia flower, showcasing its delicate petals and vibrant colors.
  • A cluster of dahlia tubers with dirt on the ready for planting.
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Dahlia Tubers (Peony-Flowered) - Bishop of Canterbury

An elegant magenta dahlia perfect for containers and borders

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Edible

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Dahlia

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Tuber

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer through Late Fall

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 30 to 36 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Peony-Flowered

COLOR

  • Purple

Bishop of Canterbury Dahlias are dark-leaved with cherry pink petals that surround a dark golden center. They will produce abundant flowers and look great as border plants or in pots on the patio.

  • • Large blooms, magenta color
  • • Late Summer Blooming, Simple to Grow
  • • Thrives & produces more blooms in full sun

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

PLANTING DEPTH

  • Deep Enough to Cover with 2 inches of Soil

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 to 18 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11

COVERAGE

Amount Recommended Coverage
2 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 0.75 Sq. Ft
4 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 1.5 Sq. Ft
8 Bulbs / Ships in Spring Up to 2.75 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Dahlia Planting Guide to learn more.

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    Dahlia Tubers (Peony-Flowered) - Bishop of Canterbury FAQs

    What size bulbs will I receive with Bishop of Canterbury Dahlia?

    Bishop of Canterbury Dahlia tubers are graded No. 1, with 2 to 3 eyes per tuber.

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