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Semi-Cactus Dahlia 'American Dream'

Dahlia

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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Dahlia (DAHL-ya)
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Synonym
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Danger
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Foliage
Herbaceous
Bloom Color
Pink
Variegated
Other Details
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Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From herbaceous stem cuttings
Seed Collecting
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Section
Semi-Cactus
Flower Size
Medium - 6 to 8 inches (150 to 200 mm) diameter
Pruning

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Foliage Color

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Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Southold, New York

Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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Dahlia 'American Dream' grows, just like its parent, strong and has a sturdy habit because this Dahlia is a sport of Dahlia 'Mick's Peppermint'.

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