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Dahlia 'Big Brother'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 5'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Dahlia 'Big Brother' plant details

Dahlia 'Big Brother' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dahlia 'Big Brother'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, showy, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dahlia 'Big Brother'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

During our hunt for a golden dinnerplate dahlia that wouldn't overwhelm bouquets, Big Brother was recommended, so we found a spot for it in our trial garden. It turned out to be perfect. Handsome, fluid and upbeat flowers on strong plants. The hunt is over. Why Grow Dinnerplate Dahlias? Few flowers offer the color and form diversity of dahlias Dinnerplate dahlias are garden showgirls; flashy, sensational and thrilling. Pinch young plants to produce the biggest blooms; see Dahlia Planting Guide for tips Dahlia tubers can be saved, divided and shared. Click on the Dahlia Planting Guide button, right, for details and growing tips. Dahlia Big Brother is a Leafari staff grown, evaluated and recommended variety.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Dahlia 'Big Brother' plant

How to Grow Dahlia 'Big Brother'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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