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Dahlia 'Classic Swanlake'

Also Known As

  • Dahlia 'Swan Lake'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Dahlia 'Classic Swanlake' plant details

Dahlia 'Classic Swanlake' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with chocolate foliage. In fall and summer cream and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dahlia 'Classic Swanlake'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen chocolate
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dahlia 'Classic Swanlake'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We've built up a decent supply of this dark leaved single creamy white dahlia. Include this in your August through October garden display. 3'.

Gardening facts about Dahlia 'Classic Swanlake' plant

How to Grow Dahlia 'Classic Swanlake'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chocolate
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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