Dahlia 'Carter' (Dahlia Jeanette 'Carter')

Dahlia 'Carter'

Also known as: Dahlia hybrids 'Carter'

Dahlia 'Carter', named after the cultivator's wife, Jeanette Carter, is an attractive decorative dahlia with a multi-colored flower head that is bright yellow in the center, blending through a coral pink to delicate orange and yellow, with white petals on its outside. This dramatic color gradiant is very different from the single-colored flowers of the parent.

Scientific classification

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Green

Leaf Color

10 cm

Flower Size

Yellow, Pink

Flower Color

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Dahlia 'Carter'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Dahlia 'Carter' requires ample water due to its large leaves but is susceptible to root rot. Water promptly during drought and ensure good drainage in rainy seasons. During early seedlings, water once daily on sunny days. Increase water in later growth stages, ideally watering at dawn or dusk.

Fertilize: Dahlia 'Carter' prefers fertile soil, requiring thin liquid fertilizer every 10-15 days initially, shifting to 7-10 days post-bud formation. Nitrogen dominates early feeding, while phosphate-potassium is key later. Fertilization ceases once buds show color, avoiding high temperatures. Leaf color indicates fertilizer levels.

Pruning: Dahlia 'Carter' thrives with vibrant blooms and lush foliage. Prune in early spring to remove dead stems, thin crowded branches, and shape the plant for better air circulation and flowering. Regular pruning enhances health and prevents disease. Consult reputable horticultural sources for tailored care advice.

Propagation: Propagation methods for dahlia 'Carter' include root division, cutting, and sowing. Root division is easy and effective, while cutting gives faster results with a high survival rate. Proper conditions include 15℃ for tuber division and above 25℃ for cutting success. Sowing is used for breeding, with blooms in 1-2 years.

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