Photo of Dahlia 'Spartacus' flower by Leafari

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Dahlia 'Spartacus'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 50"-60"
  • W: 24"-30"

planting zones

  • 8b-11

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Dahlia 'Spartacus' plant details

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

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 30 IN - wide, 50 IN - 60 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: award-winning, border plant, cutting garden, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dahlia 'Spartacus'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The American Dahlia Society's 2016 landslide winner for its category (8-10" flowers, informal decorative), Spartacus blooms a lush, deep red that offers a velvety texture and wide petals that curl slightly at the tips. Flowers are held at a 45 degree angle with petals that sweep backwards; stunning for garden settings. Great form, strong stems and healthy foliage.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Dahlia 'Spartacus' plant

How to Grow Dahlia 'Spartacus'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
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