Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Ruskin Marigold'

Dahlia pinnata

How to grow Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Ruskin Marigold'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Ruskin Marigold is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside.

Growing Ruskin Marigold from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 11.7 inches (30.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.39 inches (1.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 20°C / 68°F to ensure good germination.

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

Transplanting Ruskin Marigold

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

Harvesting Ruskin Marigold