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Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah

Dahlia Imperialis

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Overview

The Tree Dahlia, Dahlia imperialis, boasts lofty heights of up to 20 ft, adorned with large, delicate lavender to white blooms measuring 6-8 in across. This perennial stands out in late fall with its bamboo-like stems. Suited for USDA zones 7-10, it requires full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Frost-sensitive, it makes a stunning backdrop or accent in a sheltered area of the garden.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–10Type PerennialClimate Subtropical

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — though it is moderately drought-tolerant once established; perennial for full or half

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — each measuring roughly 6 to 8 inches across

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — growing to impressive heights of up to 20 feet tall in favorable conditions

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — This plant creates a striking visual statement and is sure to captivate onlookers

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — which can reach diameters of 4 inches; this plant creates a striking visual statement and is sure to

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — This perennial stands out in late fall with its bamboo-like stems; the Tree Dahlia thrives in

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — though it is generally considered hardy in USDA zones 7 through 10.<br><br>Given its towering height

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — perennial for full or half

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — making it an ideal choice for a focal point in a spacious garden setting; delicate lavender to white

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — growing to impressive heights of up to 20 feet tall in favorable conditions; or sometimes white

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — Suited for USDA zones 7-10, it requires full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — boasts lofty heights of up to 20 ft; suited for USDA zones 7-10, it requires full sun to partial

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — delicate lavender to white blooms measuring 6-8 in across

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — the Tree Dahlia makes for a stunning backdrop in the landscape or as a standalone specimen

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — These blooms are perched atop the stems; just as many flowers begin to wane

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — multi-colored and purple flowers in the garden

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — Frost-sensitive, it makes a stunning backdrop or accent in a sheltered area of the garden; commonly

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — multi-colored and purple flowers in the garden; this remarkable plant radiates a tropical aura and

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — offers a majestic presence in any garden landscape

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — the Tree Dahlia comes into its glory

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — Hailing from Central America and Colombia; boasts lofty heights of up to 20 ft, image 60

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — Suited for USDA zones 7-10, it requires full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil; perennial

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — though it is generally considered hardy in USDA zones 7 through 10.<br><br>Given its, image 46

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — boasts lofty heights of up to 20 ft; suited for USDA zones 7-10, it requires full sun to, image 53

Tree Dahlia, Bell Or Candelabra Dah (Dahlia Imperialis) — Frost-sensitive, it makes a stunning backdrop or accent in a sheltered area of the garden

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Dinesh Valke from Thane, India, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Alejandro Bayer Tamayo from Armenia, Colombia, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
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Chihiro H, CC BY 3.0 · source
Forest and Kim Starr, CC BY 3.0 us · source
Denis Barthel, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
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aussiegall from sydney, Australia, CC BY 2.0 · source
そらみみ (Soramimi), CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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