5 Seeds Dahlia Dinnerplate Mixed Hybrids Open Pollinated

These dinnerplate dahlia seeds produce impressive, large decorative blooms in a mix of vibrant colors, adding bold texture and height to sunny garden borders and cut flower arrangements. Grown from seed, these dahlia hybrids offer a delightful surprise of shades and forms, perfect for gardeners seeking dramatic, show-stopping flowers with a cheerful, informal charm.
Plants form bushy, upright growth with sturdy stems, ideal for seasonal color in beds, containers, or as cut flowers. Blooms attract pollinators and provide long-lasting color from summer into fall; tubers can be lifted in colder regions. Soak seeds before sowing for best germination.
Species: Dahlia pinnata
Variety: Dinnerplate Mixed Hybrids
Type: Annual in most zones; tuberous perennial in mild areas
Plant Habit: Upright, bushy
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Rich, well-drained, moderately fertile
Days to Harvest: 90-120 days to bloom from seed
Zones: 8-11 (lift tubers in colder zones)
Germination: 7-21 days at 70-75°F
Sowing: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost; press into soil, do not cover
Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
Notes: Pinch young plants for bushier growth; stake tall stems