• Red speech 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 (Anemone) - Speech

Distinctive anemone form features a raised center of tightly packed tubular florets

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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 'Speech'

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Tuber

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer through Fall

GROWTH HABIT

  • Bush
  • Clumping
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 40 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Anemone

COLOR

  • Red
  • White

Anemone dahlias have a personality all their own, pairing broad outer petals with fluffy, pincushion-like centers that give them an irresistible, whimsical appearance. Dahlia Speech takes this playful form to another level with fiery red petals sprinkled and edged with white, surrounding a plush center of crimson and gold. Bursting with color and texture, this lively variety brings plenty of excitement to the summer garden.

  • • Bright red outer petals display delicate white speckles and edging
  • • Contrasting crimson and golden centers add exceptional depth and dimension
  • • Eye-catching blooms create a colorful focal point

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 (Anemone) - Speech 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 an anemone-flowered dahlia?

    Anemone-flowered dahlias features an outer ring of broad, flat petals surrounding a raised, cushion-like center of tightly clustered tubular florets. This unusual combination creates a beautifully textured, two-tiered bloom.

    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.

    What flowers pair well with Speech Dahlia?

    Speech pairs beautifully with ball dahlias, cosmos, zinnias, and other summer flowers. Combining its distinctive, cushion-centered blooms with rounded or open-faced flowers creates interesting contrasts in shape and texture.

    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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