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  • Orange princess elisabeth dahlia up close showing all the petals
  • A cluster of dahlia tubers with dirt on the ready for planting.
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Dahlia Tubers (Decorative) - Princess Elisabeth

Creamy yellow centers blend into salmon pink blossoms

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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 'Princess Elisabeth'

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Tuber

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer through Fall

GROWTH HABIT

  • Compact
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 24 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Decorative

COLOR

  • Pink
  • Yellow

Soft as a summer sunset, Dahlia Princess Elisabeth blends blush salmon-pink around creamy yellow for a warm, ombre effect. Full, double blooms open generously on compact plants, bringing all the beauty of a decorative dahlia without towering over their neighbors. At just two feet tall, this beauty is perfectly sized for containers and front borders, where we can easily cut stems to bring indoors.

  • • Compact plants reach only about 24 inches tall
  • • Blooms continuously from midsummer until the first frost with regular deadheading
  • • Petite stature makes it an excellent choice for containers and the front of 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

  • 12 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) - Princess Elisabeth 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 prevent powdery mildew on Princess Elisabeth Dahlia?

    Provide adequate spacing and good air circulation, avoid overcrowding, and water at the soil level rather than wetting the foliage. Remove affected leaves promptly and keep the planting area free of fallen plant debris.

    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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