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Dahlia 'Yellow Hammer'

Also Known As

  • Yellow Hammer Dahlia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 7a-11

Dahlia 'Yellow Hammer' plant details

Dahlia 'Yellow Hammer' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in clay and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dahlia 'Yellow Hammer'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dahlia 'Yellow Hammer'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: clay and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Yellow blooms contrast nicely with bronzey, blackish foliage. Grows 2-3' tall with deliciously cheerful flowers that persist into autumn. Can be lifted and stored for winter or left in the ground where the drainage is very good. Wonderful for containers. Cold hardy to USDA zone 7 with mulch. Asteraceae

Gardening facts about Dahlia 'Yellow Hammer' plant

How to Grow Dahlia 'Yellow Hammer'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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