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Dahlia Tubers (Decorative) - Gallery Pablo

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About the Variety

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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 'Gallery Pablo'

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Tuber

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer through Fall

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright
  • Compact

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 10 to 18 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Decorative

COLOR

  • Pink
  • Yellow
  • Orange

Warm tones of coral, apricot, and golden-yellow give Dahlia Gallery Pablo a cheerful glow from midsummer through fall. This award-winning decorative dahlia produces an abundance of beautifully layered blooms on compact plants, bringing impressive color without taking up much space. Its naturally dwarf habit makes Gallery Pablo an outstanding choice for patio pots, balcony containers, border fronts, and other spaces where big floral impact is wanted from a petite plant.

  • • A member of the compact Gallery dahlia series
  • • Creates stunning container plants in time for autumn
  • • Flowers from midsummer until the first frost

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • Deep Enough to Cover with 2 inches of Soil

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 to 16 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

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    Dahlia Tubers (Decorative) - Gallery Pablo FAQs

    When do I plant dahlia tubers?

    Think of planting your dahlias when you plant your tomatoes. Plant in spring after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed to at least 60°F. In warmer climates, planting can begin earlier than in regions with colder springs.

    What is a decorative dahlia?

    Decorative dahlias feature fully double blooms with broad, relatively flat petals that overlap in lush layers, completely concealing the flower's center. Their blooms range from small to dinnerplate-sized, making them a popular choice.

    Do dahlias need staking?

    Staking is recommended, particularly in windy locations or when plants become heavily loaded with flowers. Providing support early helps protect stems as the plant grows.

    Is Gallery Pablo Dahlia a dwarf variety?

    Yes. Gallery Pablo belongs to the Gallery series, a collection of compact dahlias bred for their short, bushy growth and abundant flowers. Its manageable size makes it ideal for smaller gardens, patios, and the front of flower borders.

    Will dahlias come back every year?

    Dahlias are tender perennials that can overwinter in the ground in sufficiently warm climates with good drainage. In colder regions, tubers should be lifted after frost and stored in a cool, frost-free location until spring.

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