Dahlia 'Purple Flame'

Also known as: Dahlia hybrids 'Purple Flame'

As opposed to other dahlias, the dahlia 'Purple Flame' blooms early and grows taller. With its vibrant purple heads, its hybridizer Leijten named the cultivar with its color in mind. Due to its versatility, many gardeners use the dahlia 'Purple Flame' in bouquets or as a border plant.

Scientific classification

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Perennial

Lifespan

1 m

Spread

Green, Gray

Leaf Color

10 cm

Flower Size

Red, Purple

Flower Color

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Dahlia 'Purple Flame'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Dahlia 'Purple Flame' thrives in consistently moist conditions, requiring regular watering once a week to maintain evenly moist soil. During the growing season, adequate hydration enhances the vibrancy and longevity of its flowers, making outdoor cultivation particularly rewarding.

Fertilize: For dahlia 'Purple Flame', apply a balanced fertilizer every 4 weeks during the growing season at half strength to boost health and blooms. Reduce feeding in autumn for dormancy. Water dahlia 'Purple Flame' before fertilization to prevent root burn, ensuring vibrant growth and display.

Pruning: Dahlia 'Purple Flame' thrives with early spring pruning to remove dead stems, fostering growth and enhancing blooms. Cutting back to healthy leaves, along with regular deadheading, promotes continuous flowering, improving both aesthetic appeal and overall plant health.

Propagation: Dahlia 'Purple Flame' thrives when propagated from tubers. Cut tubers with an 'eye' and plant in fertile, well-drained soil with moisture and light. Careful handling of parent tubers is crucial to prevent damage. Proper initial care ensures healthy growth and vibrant blossoms.

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