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  • A cluster of dahlia tubers with dirt on the ready for planting.
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Dahlia Tubers (Decorative) - Pencil Art Sugar

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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 'Pencil Art Sugar'

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Tuber

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer through Fall

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 32 to 39 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Decorative

COLOR

  • White
  • Purple

It looks like someone took a fine-tipped pencil to every bloom! Dahlia Pencil Art Sugar produces creamy white flowers delicately traced with fine purple pinstripes, sometimes finished with the softest lavender blush at the tips. No two blooms are quite alike, and their coloring can shift throughout the season, giving this unusual variety a beautifully hand-drawn quality that’s especially captivating in bouquets.

  • • Each decorative-formed bloom is like a work of art
  • • Fine pinstriping creates an intricate, almost hand-drawn appearance
  • • Flower color and markings may vary with weather, light, and time of season

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) - Pencil Art Sugar 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.

    Can Pencil Art Sugar Dahlia be grown in a container?

    Yes. Choose a large container with excellent drainage and enough room for the plant's root system to develop. Provide plenty of sunlight, consistent moisture, and sturdy support as the plant grows.

    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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