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Dahlia merckii

Merck Dahlia

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

THe 'Bon Esprit' produces a brilliant magenta pink semicactus to a size of 4" across. Overall growth of the plant can reach 30". -Monterey Bay Nursery

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

n/a

Special Uses

Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.