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Dahlia

Dahlia 'Kelvin Floodlight'

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Overview

Dahlia 'Kelvin Floodlight' is renowned for its enormous, luminous yellow blooms, reaching up to 10 inches in diameter. This herbaceous perennial thrives in USDA zones 8-11 and requires full sun for optimal growth. Ideal for borders or as a stunning focal point, it stands tall at about 36-48 inches with a spread of up to 24 inches. Well-draining soil and regular watering will ensure a vibrant display from late summer to first frost.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–10Type BulbClimate Subtropical
Dahlia (Dahlia 'Kelvin Floodlight') — providing a showstopping visual impact

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Bulb
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Dahlia (Dahlia 'Kelvin Floodlight') — especially during dry periods; it requires regular watering, image 81
Dahlia (Dahlia 'Kelvin Floodlight') — It requires regular watering; providing a showstopping visual impact, image 102
Dahlia (Dahlia 'Kelvin Floodlight') — This cultivar is generally hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11; necessitating ample space within landscape, image 84
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