About Dahlia
Dahlia is a genus of bushy, tuberous, herbaceous perennial plants native to Mexico and Central America. Dahlias are members of the Asteraceae family of dicotyledonous plants, its relatives include the sunflower, daisy, chrysanthemum, and zinnia. There are 49 species of dahlia, with flowers in almost every hue, with hybrids commonly grown as garden plants. Dahlia (UK: DAY-lee-ə, US: DA(H)L-yə, DAYL-yə) is a genus of bushy, tuberous, herbaceous perennial plants native to Mexico and Central America. Dahlias are members of the Asteraceae (synonym name: Compositae) family of dicotyledonous plants, its relatives include the sunflower, daisy, chrysanthemum, and zinnia. There are 49 species of dahlia, with flowers in almost every hue (except blue), with hybrids commonly grown as garden plants. Dahlias were known only to the Aztecs and other southern...
How to Grow Dahlia
Watering
Dahlia requires Frequent watering. Adjust based on climate and soil moisture.
Sunlight
This plant thrives in Full Sun.
Hardiness Zones
Suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 8 to 11.
Companion Plants
Grows well with: zinnia, cosmos, sunflower.
Physical Characteristics
Mature Height
120 cm
Maximum height at maturity
Mature Spread
60 cm
Width at maturity
