Dahlia 'Little Beeswings'

Also Known As

Little Beeswings Dahlia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 3'

planting zones

9a-11

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Dahlia 'Little Beeswings' plant details

Dahlia 'Little Beeswings' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dahlia 'Little Beeswings'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, floriferous, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dahlia 'Little Beeswings'

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

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Over a decade ago when we asked in the ADS Bulletin if anyone grew this relic, we heard from just one person, David Murphy. He eventually sent his entire stock to us with a note: "In recognition of your efforts to preserve old dahlias. Their survival now rests in your hands." Will you help? Lively and cute, 'Little Beeswings' produces an abundance of yellow pompons tipped with flame-red. It's a fine keeper, too, so you'll soon have extras to pass along, as David did.