Dahlia - Giraffe
Best tall, colorful bloomer for gardeners wanting dramatic cut flower arrangements.
Discover the Dahlia 'Giraffe,' a stunning variety boasting vibrant rose, cream, and yellow blooms that reach an impressive height of up to 48 inches. Perfect for adding a dramatic focal point to your garden or as a spectacular addition to cut flower arrangements, this dahlia thrives in full sun. Enjoy its continuous color from summer through fall. This offering includes three clumps of tubers, ready to bring warmth and beauty to your outdoor space.
$23.96
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4.6
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Category Rank
726
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#726 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Includes
3
/ Clumps of Tubers
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, high-impact focal point
- Floral designers wanting long-lasting, dramatic cut flowers
- Home growers desiring a prolific, high-yield summer display
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding extra structural support tasks
- Cold-climate residents wanting a plant that stays outdoors
- Busy gardeners unable to perform regular pest monitoring
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Vibrant tri-color blooms create an immediate, high-drama focal point.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms make these perfect for indoor arrangements.
Pollinator Appeal
Open petal structure effectively draws bees and butterflies to the garden.
Growth Consistency
Reliable summer-to-fall blooming cycle ensures a long season of color.
Planting Versatility
Upright habit works well in borders but requires staking for support.
Climate Adaptability
Strict hardiness zone requirements limit success to warmer regional climates.
Key Specs
Includes
3 Clumps of Tubers
Height
36 – 48 inches
Spread
18 – 24 inches
Planting Depth
Tubers 3-4"; Crown at soil line
Sunlight
Full Sun
Watering
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
8-11
Bloom Season
Summer to Fall
Features
- Striking rose, cream, and yellow blooms
- Impressive height up to 48 inches
- Blooms from summer to fall
- Ideal for cut flower arrangements
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Comes as 3 tuber clumps
What customers say
Customers enthusiastically praise the 'Dahlia Giraffe' bulbs for their exceptional visual impact. The unique, speckled, and vibrant coloration consistently results in spectacular blooms that serve as true garden centerpieces. Reviewers frequently note the premium quality and robust nature of the bulbs upon arrival, highlighting excellent packaging. Success rates for establishment are reported as high, confirming the flowers closely match the advertised exotic appearance. While minor variations occur, the overall consensus is that this variety offers reliable performance and delivers the distinctive beauty specialty dahlia buyers seek, making it a highly recommended purchase.
Know before you buy
This package includes three clumps of dahlia tubers, which will grow into three individual plants.
Yes, because the 'Giraffe' variety reaches heights of up to 48 inches, it is recommended to provide support with garden stakes to keep the upright stems from bending or breaking in strong winds.
While they are ideal for garden beds, you can grow them in large containers provided the pot is deep enough to accommodate the root system and has excellent drainage.
No, dahlias are not considered pet-safe. It is best to keep them in areas of the garden where your pets do not typically dig or chew on plants.
In zones 8-11, you may be able to leave them in the ground, but in cooler climates, you should dig up the tubers after the first frost, clean them, and store them in a cool, dry place over the winter to replant in the spring.
These dahlias require full sun, which means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight per day to produce the most vibrant blooms and maintain their height.
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