Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Hot Chocolate'

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Hot Chocolate is thought of as tender, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date.

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.39 inches (1.0 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 11.7 inches (30.0 cm) between Dinner Plate Dahlia plants. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 20°C / 68°F to ensure good germination.

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

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