Dinner Plate Dahlia 'York and Lancaster'

Dahlia pinnata

How to grow Dinner Plate Dahlia 'York and Lancaster'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that York and Lancaster is thought of as tender, so remember to ensure that temperatures are mild before moving outdoors.

Growing York and Lancaster from seed

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). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 20°C / 68°F to ensure good germination.

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

Transplanting York and Lancaster

As York and Lancaster is tender, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting York and Lancaster