High Country Gardens
Emory Paul Dinnerplate Dahlia
Best choice for gardeners wanting dramatic, oversized blooms and pollinator activity.
The Emory Paul Dinnerplate Dahlia is renowned for producing some of the largest flowers, reaching an impressive 12-14 inches across. Its blooms display brilliant deep pink petals with soft light pink edges, creating a dramatic summer garden display. Growing 36-48 inches tall, this dahlia offers a vibrant and colorful presence. For optimal growth, plant in full sun, ensure consistent watering, and provide staking support. Early pinching encourages bushier growth and more flowers, while monitoring buds maximizes bloom size. This variety is highly attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds.
$25.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
16
/ 3088
#16 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
+10%
Above average
Flower Size
14
/ Up to " flowers
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic, large-scale floral focal points
- Floral designers wanting intense, high-contrast color for arrangements
- Landscapers needing reliable, long-lasting color through late autumn
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring low-maintenance, leave-in-the-ground perennials
- Busy growers wanting to avoid extra structural support tasks
- Casual gardeners looking for drought-tolerant, low-input plant varieties
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Dinnerplate-sized blooms create an unmatched focal point for any summer garden.
Pollinator Appeal
High nectar production reliably draws butterflies and hummingbirds to your landscape.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and massive heads make these perfect for dramatic arrangements.
Growth Maintenance
Requires consistent staking and pinching to manage its impressive vertical height.
Climatic Versatility
Broad hardiness range allows for successful cultivation across most growing zones.
Bloom Longevity
Provides consistent, vibrant color from mid-summer straight through to the frost.
Key Specs
Flower Size
Up to 14" flowers
Mature Height
36-40"
Mature Spread
24"
Plant Spacing
1 bulb / tuber per sq. ft.
Planting Depth
1-2" below the soil line
Hardiness Zones
3-11
Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Features
- Produces exceptionally large, dinnerplate-sized flowers.
- Long bloom time from mid-summer until frost.
- Attracts beneficial pollinators.
- Sturdy stems, staking recommended.
- Easy to grow with sun and water.
- Excellent as cut flowers.
- Promotes bushier growth with early pinching.
What customers say
Customers consistently celebrate the spectacular aesthetic quality of the Emory Paul Dahlia. Reviewers frequently note the impressive size and vibrant, true to description color of the dinnerplate blooms, making them a stunning garden centerpiece. The reliability of the tubers received from High Country Gardens is a major theme, ensuring successful sprouting and vigorous growth. Gardeners feel the investment is fully justified by the dramatic visual impact these reliable plants deliver season after season.
Know before you buy
These dinnerplate dahlias are famous for their size, typically producing massive blooms that reach 12 to 14 inches in diameter.
Yes, because the flowers are so large and heavy, it is highly recommended to stake the plants to keep the stems upright and prevent them from bending or breaking.
Pinching the tips of the stems early in the growing season will encourage the plant to branch out, resulting in a bushier habit and a higher number of blooms.
They are technically perennials, but they are only winter-hardy in warmer climates. In colder regions, you will need to lift and store the tubers indoors over the winter to replant them the following spring.
For the best performance and largest blooms, plant your dahlias in a location that receives full sun, which is generally at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight per day.
Absolutely. Their impressive size and vibrant pink color make them an excellent choice for cut flowers, though you should use sturdy vases to accommodate their weight.
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