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About

Features

Life Cycle Annual, Perennial
Planting Season Spring
Color Pink
Growth Habit Upright
Bloom Season Summer through Late Fall
Bloom Size Up to 10+ inches

Plant Characteristics Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Easy to Grow & Maintain, Fast Growing
Use Cut Flower Garden
Growing Conditions Outdoor

About Penhill Watermelon - Dahlia Bulbs (Dinnerplate)

Dahlia

Seed Type Tuber
Plant Type Dinnerplate

The unusual, vibrant blooms of the Dinnerplate Dahlia Bulbs - Penhill Watermelon, even sound delicious. These large plants can reach to 5-feet tall and can have blooms as wide as 10 inches. The blossoms are a unique takeoff of the traditional Dahlia, and make beautiful cut flowers for bouquets, and of course- on dinner tables as well.

Planting Information

Planting Penhill Watermelon - Dahlia Bulbs (Dinnerplate)

Planting Season Spring
Light Requirement Full Sun
Planting Depth Deep Enough to Cover with 2 inches of Soil
Plant Height 60 Inches
Plant Spacing 12 to 18 inches
Water Needs Average
Hardiness Zones 8, 9, 10, 11
Bulb Size No. 1 (2 to 3 eyes)
View our Dahlia Planting Guide to learn more.

Coverage

Amount
Recommended Coverage
2 Tubers / Spring-Planted | Ships in Spring Up to 0.75 Sq. Ft
4 Tubers / Spring-Planted | Ships in Spring Up to 1.5 Sq. Ft
8 Tubers / Spring-Planted | Ships in Spring Up to 2.75 Sq. Ft

Companions Plants

Companion Plants for Penhill Watermelon - Dahlia Bulbs (Dinnerplate)