High Country Gardens
Manhattan Island Dinnerplate Dahlia
The Manhattan Island Dinnerplate Dahlia offers spectacular, dinnerplate-sized blooms in bold red with hints of yellow, measuring an impressive 8-10 inches across. These showstopping flowers provide a continuous display of color from mid-summer until the first frost, reaching a mature height of 36-40 inches. Ideal for full sun locations, this dahlia is excellent for cutting gardens or container planting. While hardy in zones 8-10, it can be treated as an annual or tubers can be stored over winter in cooler climates.
$22.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1960
/ 3183
#1960 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-3%
Below average
USDA Hardiness Zones
310
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Who it's for
- Dramatic Focal Point
- Exceptional Cut Flower
- Rich Sunset Hues
Who should skip it
- Requires Winter Storage
- Needs Staking and Support
- Susceptible to Pests
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-10
Mature Height
36-40 inches
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Bloom Season
Summer, Fall
Planting Season
Spring
Pollinator Attraction
Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds
Flower Color
Red, Yellow
Features
- Produces exceptionally large, dinnerplate-sized blooms
- Long bloom time from summer until frost
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Easy to grow in proper conditions
- Excellent as cut flowers
- Suitable for container planting
- Bold red and yellow blooms
- Requires staking or support
What customers say
Gardeners consistently celebrate the Manhattan Island Dahlia for its spectacular aesthetic design, particularly the massive dinnerplate size and striking color blend. This dramatic visual impact is the overwhelming highlight. Customers find the resulting blooms truly exceptional, confirming the high quality of the mature plant. While a few initial reviews mention minor concerns about the size or health of the shipped tubers, the reliability of the plant to produce such magnificent flowers ultimately defines the positive experience and justifies the investment.
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