Dahlia 'Mister Optimist'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 32"-36"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

8b-11

Dahlia 'Mister Optimist' plant details

Dahlia 'Mister Optimist' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer red and 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 'Mister Optimist'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 32 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dahlia 'Mister Optimist'

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

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Similar in coloring to Maxime, but leaning towards rosy red with light yellow tips, Mister Optimist partners beautifully with pinks, purples and blues. Pinch this dahlia when it has 4 sets of leaves to encourage bushiness and you'll be amazed by the number of 5" upward facing (optimist!) flowers it'll produce summer through frost.