Dahlia Karma Prospero Decorative Dahlia Bulb
Best low-maintenance floral choice for gardeners seeking long-lasting, pollinator-friendly blooms.
Elevate your garden with the Dahlia Karma Prospero®, a prolific decorative dahlia that blooms from midsummer to late fall. This perennial produces fully double, waterlily-form flowers in shades of pink and lavender atop sturdy stems, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Its upright habit often negates the need for staking, making it ideal for containers, beds, and borders. Enjoy a continuous display of beauty, as harvesting cut flowers encourages more blooms. While stunning, please note this variety is not pet-friendly.
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Price vs Category Average
-37%
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SKU
29848
Who it's for
- Floral enthusiasts wanting long-lasting blooms for home arrangements
- Landscapers needing vibrant color through the late-season frost
- Gardeners seeking a bold, luxurious focal point for late summer
Who should skip it
- Busy homeowners unable to provide consistent watering and full sun
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer plants resistant to common pests
- Cold-climate gardeners avoiding seasonal bulb maintenance and indoor storage
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
A magnet for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds throughout the growing season.
Structural Integrity
Sturdy upright stems minimize the need for tedious garden staking.
Bloom Longevity
Consistent flowering from midsummer through late fall provides extended seasonal color.
Arrangement Versatility
Double waterlily-form blooms make for exceptional, long-lasting cut flower displays.
Garden Adaptability
Thrives equally well in containers, garden beds, or mixed floral borders.
Climate Flexibility
Restricted to warmer zones, requiring careful planning for colder regional climates.
Key Specs
SKU
29848
Mature Height
48.0 inches
Mature Width
24.0 inches
Hardiness Zones
8 - 11
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Soil Types
Clay, Normal, Loamy, Sandy
State Shipping Restrictions
GU, PR, VI
Features
- Abundant blooms from midsummer to late fall
- Attracts beneficial pollinators
- Excellent for cut flower arrangements
- Upright habit, often requires no staking
- Versatile for containers, beds, and borders
- Encourages more blooms with harvesting
- Easy to care for
- Repeat bloomer
What customers say
Customers consistently celebrate the exceptional quality and stunning design of the Dahlia Karma Prospero. Reviewers frequently highlight the reliability of the bulbs, noting strong germination rates and vigorous growth. The resulting flowers are described as breathtaking, featuring deep, rich colors that truly stand out in the garden. This aesthetic appeal and dependable performance make the purchase feel like a worthwhile investment for serious gardeners seeking premium results.
Know before you buy
Generally, no. This variety features a sturdy, upright habit that typically keeps the plant stable without the need for additional support or staking.
Yes, the Karma Prospero is an excellent choice for supporting local ecosystems. Its blooms are known to attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds throughout the season.
Absolutely. Its upright growth habit and manageable size make it a great candidate for large containers, as well as traditional garden beds and borders.
The best way to promote continuous blooming is to harvest the flowers regularly. Cutting the stems for arrangements signals the plant to produce new growth and additional buds.
No, the Dahlia Karma Prospero is not considered pet-friendly. It is best to plant this variety in an area where your pets do not typically graze or play.
This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is quite versatile regarding soil type, performing well in clay, loamy, or sandy conditions.
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