Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Downham Royal'

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Downham Royal 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 Downham Royal about 60 days before your last frost date.

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