High Country Gardens
Fairway Spur Dinnerplate Dahlia
Best choice for gardeners wanting dramatic, long-lasting cut flower displays.
The Fairway Spur Dinnerplate Dahlia offers stunning, large blooms in romantic rosy apricot and peachy-mango hues, perfect for adding vibrant color to your garden from mid-summer until frost. These prolific bloomers are ideal for cutting, creating beautiful bouquets to enjoy indoors. They thrive in full sun with compost-enriched soil and benefit from staking due to their impressive height. Easy to grow, these dahlias also attract beneficial butterflies and hummingbirds, making them a delightful addition to any landscape or container.
$19.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
16
/ 3091
#16 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-15%
Below average
Flower Size
810
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, dramatic focal points
- Homeowners wanting long-lasting, vibrant seasonal color
- Floral enthusiasts creating professional-quality indoor arrangements
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring low-maintenance, hands-off plant varieties
- Busy growers avoiding seasonal digging and indoor storage
- Beginners discouraged by frequent pest monitoring and treatment
Performance breakdown
Bloom Impact
Massive ten-inch flowers provide an immediate, high-drama focal point.
Pollinator Appeal
Vibrant hues and nectar-rich blooms actively draw butterflies and hummingbirds.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and prolific production make these perfect for indoor arrangements.
Maintenance Effort
Requires consistent staking to support the weight of heavy dinnerplate blooms.
Hardiness Versatility
Adaptable across a wide range of zones as either annuals or perennials.
Growth Reliability
Straightforward planting process ensures success for gardeners of all skill levels.
Key Specs
Flower Size
8-10 inches
Mature Height
36-48 inches
Mature Spread
18 inches
Planting Depth
1 to 2 inches
Spacing
1 tuber per sq. ft.
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-10
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial (Zones 8-10), Annual (Zones 3-7)
Sun Exposure
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Features
- Produces dinnerplate-sized flowers up to 10 inches wide.
- Long bloom period from mid-summer to frost.
- Excellent for cut flower arrangements.
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
- Suitable for container planting.
- Easy to grow in various soil types.
- Requires staking for support.
- Vibrant rosy apricot and peachy-mango colors.
What customers say
Customers consistently celebrate the exceptional quality of the Fairway Spur tubers, noting high viability and robust, healthy growth right from planting. The primary delight centers on the spectacular visual impact of the blooms. Reviewers frequently highlight the massive, true to type dinnerplate size and the striking, reliable color saturation. This dahlia delivers dramatic garden presence, making it a standout feature and confirming its reputation as a premium, high performance variety.
Know before you buy
Yes, because the Fairway Spur produces massive dinnerplate-sized blooms, the stems require support. We recommend installing a stake or garden hoop at the time of planting to prevent the heavy flowers from drooping or snapping in the wind.
It depends on your climate. They are true perennials in USDA zones 8-10, where they can remain in the ground year-round. In zones 3-7, they are treated as annuals unless you dig up and store the tubers indoors during the winter.
Absolutely. These dahlias are well-suited for containers, provided you use a large, deep pot with excellent drainage. Ensure the container is at least 12-15 inches wide to accommodate the mature spread and height of the plant.
Each order includes 3 tubers. These are shipped as dormant tubers ready to be planted in the spring once the danger of frost has passed.
Yes, the vibrant blooms are highly attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds. They are an excellent choice if you are looking to add both color and wildlife activity to your landscape.
Plant each tuber 1 to 2 inches deep in well-draining, compost-enriched soil. Be sure to provide them with a full sun location to ensure the best bloom production throughout the late summer and fall.
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