Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Harlequin Mix'

Dahlia pinnata

How to grow Dinner Plate Dahlia 'Harlequin Mix'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Harlequin Mix 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. Harlequin Mix requires a soil ph of 6.1 - 7.5 meaning it does best in weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil.

Growing Harlequin Mix 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 Harlequin Mix about 60 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Harlequin Mix

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

Harvesting Harlequin Mix