Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Cactus'

Dahlia pinnata

How to grow Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Cactus'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Cactus is generally regarded as a tender plant, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date.

Growing Cactus from seed

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. For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 20°C / 68°F.

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

Transplanting Cactus

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

Harvesting Cactus