Dahlia 'Deuil du Roi Albert'

Also Known As

Deuil du Roi Albert Dahlia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

9a-11

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Dahlia 'Deuil du Roi Albert' plant details

Dahlia 'Deuil du Roi Albert' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dahlia 'Deuil du Roi Albert'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dahlia 'Deuil du Roi Albert'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Still a popular favorite in Europe (and with us), "Dwee doo" is easy to grow and loaded with 4-6 inch flowers of royal purple tipped with white - sometimes more so, sometimes less - for an effect that's surprisingly elegant. Albert, the beloved "people's king" of Belgium, died in 1934, hence its decidedly antique name: "Mourning for King Albert." Re-introduced by us in 2002 from the UK National Collection.