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Waterlily Dahlia 'Brushstrokes'

Dahlia

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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Dahlia (DAHL-ya)
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Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Danger

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Foliage
Herbaceous
Smooth
Bloom Color
Lilac, Lavender, Mauve
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Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
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

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Section
Waterlily
Flower Size
Small - 4 to 6 inches (100 to 150 mm) diameter
Pruning

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Foliage Color

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Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Where to Grow

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