Dahlia 'Caballero'

Also known as: Dahlia hybrids 'Caballero'

Dahlia 'Caballero' is unique for its yellow-rimmed red blooms. It is a waterlily dahlia cultivar by Ball and H.A. van Eeuwijk. Dahlia 'Caballero' is named as a nod to the Dahlia’s Central American heritage. Horticulturalists like that it is very eye-catching. It is also deer resistant whilst attracting bees and butterflies.

Scientific classification

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

90 cm to 1.2 m

Plant Height

30 cm to 60 cm

Spread

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Dahlia 'Caballero'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Dahlia 'Caballero' requires ample water due to its large leaves but is susceptible to root rot from excess moisture. Water promptly during droughts and ensure proper drainage in wet conditions. Initially, water once daily; increase frequency in later growth stages, ideally before sunrise or after sunset.

Fertilize: Dahlia 'Caballero' thrives in fertile soil and requires a liquid fertilizer every 10-15 days during its early growth, favoring nitrogen. Switch to phosphate-potassium later, increasing frequency to 7-10 days post-bud emergence. Cease fertilization when buds color appears, adjusting based on leaf symptoms of deficiency or excess.

Pruning: Dahlia 'Caballero' thrives with early spring pruning and spent flower removal to ensure ongoing blooms. Cut back in late fall and remove damaged stems for health. Regular pinching promotes bushier growth, enhances air circulation, and boosts vigor for optimal growth and flower production.

Propagation: Propagation of dahlia 'Caballero' involves root division, cutting, and sowing. Root division is easy and yields about five seedlings per tuber. Cutting is preferred for faster rooting; buds take about a week to root and 15 days to transplant. Sowing is used for breeding, with blooms in 1-2 years.

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