Photo of Dahlia 'Promise' flower by Old House Gardens

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Dahlia 'Promise'

Also Known As

  • Promise Dahlia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Dahlia 'Promise' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dahlia 'Promise'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dahlia 'Promise'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This frilled, award-winning, mid-century classic is a soft pastel yellow that has great carrying power in the garden. It's also a fine flower for bouquets, where its delicately fringed tips make for an almost sparkling effect. It's strong growing and floriferous, with 4-5" laciniated flowers on 4-5' plants.

Gardening facts about Dahlia 'Promise' plant

How to Grow Dahlia 'Promise'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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