White Flower Farm
Dahlia 'Sun Explosion'
Best vibrant blooms for gardeners seeking reliable garden impact.
Dahlia 'Sun Explosion' offers dazzling, orangey-red blossoms that bring a burst of sunshine to the late summer and fall garden. Its decorative form and vibrant color make it a beautiful addition, mixing well with autumnal hues. The strong, straight stems are ideal for cutting, providing lovely arrangements for your home. Native to Mexico and Central America, Dahlias are celebrated for their diverse colors and forms. This variety thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil and consistent moisture. In colder climates, it's treated as an annual and requires overwintering indoors.
$13.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
717
/ 3088
#717 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-45%
Below average
Common Name
Formal Decorative Dahlia
/ Formal Decorative Dahlia
Who it's for
- Gardeners desiring dramatic, show-stopping floral displays
- Home decorators and flower enthusiasts seeking fresh, vibrant bouquets
- Gardeners wanting prolonged beauty and color in their landscape
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners or those in cold regions seeking low-maintenance perennials
- Gardeners preferring self-supporting plants or minimal structural intervention
- Organic gardeners or those avoiding frequent pest control measures
Key Specs
Common Name
Formal Decorative Dahlia
Hardiness Zone
Annual
Exposure
Sun to Part Shade
Blooms In
Jul-Oct
Mature Height
30-40 inches
Spacing
18-24 inches
Ships as
BULB
Mature Height
91.44 cm
Features
- Vibrant orangey-red blossoms for late summer and fall gardens
- Strong, straight stems ideal for cutting
- Attracts bees to the garden
- Decorative flower form
- Thrives in full sun to partial shade
- Requires well-drained soil
What customers say
Customers consistently express delight with the Dahlia 'Sun Explosion', frequently highlighting its exceptional quality and reliable performance. Gardeners praise the robust growth and vibrant, eye catching blooms that consistently deliver a spectacular display. The plant's ability to thrive and produce abundant flowers year after year underscores its perceived value and dependability, making it a favored choice for adding dramatic color to garden spaces. This consistent success fosters strong satisfaction among those seeking a show stopping floral addition.
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