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Dahlia 'Yellow Gem'

Also Known As

  • Yellow Gem Dahlia

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"-48"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Dahlia 'Yellow Gem' plant details

Dahlia 'Yellow Gem' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial 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 'Yellow Gem'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dahlia 'Yellow Gem'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Exquisite in its symmetry, this perfect little pompon dahlia seems to have been shaped by a jeweler from Middle Earth. Or maybe it will remind you of your childhood backyard twinkling with lightning bugs. Either way, it's one of our oldest and rarest dahlias, excellent in bouquets, and a true delight.

Gardening facts about Dahlia 'Yellow Gem' plant

How to Grow Dahlia 'Yellow Gem'

  • 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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