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Dahlia Tubers (Decorative) - Happy Butterfly

Youthful sunset shades shift and mingle as the flowers mature

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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 'Happy Butterfly'

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Tuber

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer through Fall

GROWTH HABIT

  • Bush
  • Upright
  • Clumping

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 40 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Decorative

COLOR

  • Yellow
  • Pink
  • Red

Fun and carefree, Dahlia Happy Butterfly flutters with color. Soft yellow, apricot, peach, and pink move across airy petals, with darker cranberry reverses adding a delightful flash as the blooms sway. Upward-facing flowers rise on long, strong stems, giving this tall, free-flowering dahlia a joyful presence in the garden and plenty of personality in freshly cut bouquets.

  • • Dark petal reverses create flashes of contrasting color and movement
  • • Plant a few tubers together to create a playful display
  • • Tall, sturdy stems are excellent for cutting and the back of garden borders

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

  • 18 to 24 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) - Happy Butterfly 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.

    How can I encourage Happy Butterfly Dahlia to produce more flowers?

    Pinch the main growing tip when the plant reaches about 12 inches tall to encourage branching and additional flowering stems. Regularly harvest blooms or remove spent flowers throughout the season to promote continued flowering until frost.

    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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