Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Coral'

Dahlia pinnata

How to grow Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Coral'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

In zones below 8, dig and store tubers after first hard frost.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Coral is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to ensure that temperatures are mild before moving outdoors.

Growing Coral from seed

Do not exclude light.

Aim to sow 0.39 inches (1.0 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 11.7 inches (30.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 20°C / 68°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Coral about 60 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Coral

Prefers full sun.

Coral is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

By our calculations, you should look at planting out Coral about 0 days after your last frost date.

Harvesting Coral

Dinner Plate Dahlia Coral Etymology

Named for 18th century Swedish botanist Anders Dahl.