dahlia bulbs

Most listings specify a planting depth of about 3 inches.

Listings describe dahlias as suited to full sun to partial shade (often shown as full sun to partial shade or sun/shade mix).

Dahlias typically bloom from mid-summer through fall. Plant tubers in spring after the danger of frost has passed.

The listings show these dahlias as hardy in USDA zones 9–11 (zones 9, 10 and 11).

Packs commonly contain either 5 bulbs (tubers) or 7 bulbs.

Yes — listings note they are “Good For Containers” and can also be grown as pot plants.

Plant in well-drained soil after the danger of frost has passed, give plenty of sunlight, water well, and feed to encourage healthy leaves and abundant flowering.

Some varieties are bred for the cut-flower market and are described as having strong, straight stems and excellent vase life.