Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Alva's Supreme'

Dahlia pinnata

How to grow Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Alva's Supreme'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Alva's Supreme is thought of as tender, so it is really important to ensure that the outside temperature is well above freezing before planting or moving outdoors.

Growing Alva's Supreme from seed

Look to ensure a distance 11.7 inches (30.0 cm) between seeds when sowing - bury at a depth of at least 0.39 inches (1.0 cm) deep. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 20°C / 68°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Alva's Supreme about 60 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Alva's Supreme

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Alva's Supreme is a tender plant.

Harvesting Alva's Supreme