Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Scarlet Fern'

Dahlia pinnata

How to grow Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Scarlet Fern'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

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

Growing Scarlet Fern 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 Scarlet Fern about 60 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Scarlet Fern

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Scarlet Fern is a tender plant.

Harvesting Scarlet Fern