Dahlia 'Honka'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 42"-46"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

8b-11

Dahlia 'Honka' plant details

Dahlia 'Honka' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dahlia 'Honka'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 42 IN - 46 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: award-winning, border plant, cutting garden, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dahlia 'Honka'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Peruse lists of top rated cutting dahlias and Honka shows up. Again and again. See it grow and you'll understand why. Dozens of long stems capped with yellow pinwheel flowers reach skyward. Cutting encourages more. Fun and prolific, without any need for staking. Need we say more? Okay, this variety has also earned a place on the American Dahlia Society's Fabulous Fifty list, winning more than 115 ADS awards over time.