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Dahlia 'Moonfire'

Also Known As

  • Moonfire Dahlia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Dahlia 'Moonfire' plant details

Dahlia 'Moonfire' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dahlia 'Moonfire'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dahlia 'Moonfire'

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

Gardening facts about Dahlia 'Moonfire' plant

How to Grow Dahlia 'Moonfire'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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