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Thomas Edison Dinner Plate Dahlia
Dahlia 'Thomas Edison'
Regular price
$19.99
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$19.99
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Zones
3-10
ZONES
3-10
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Description
Thomas Edison boasts large, deep purple blooms and creates a gorgeous statement in the summer garden.
Dahlias are perennial in zones 8-10, but in cooler zones, tubers can be dug after frost comes, stored over winter, then re-planted the following spring. Grow Dahlias in a sunny spot, in average soil that drains well. Keep moisture consistent once it begins to grow and enjoy a non-stop color parade. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers and pinch off small side buds to encourage larger flowers if desired.
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Overall rating: 4.6363635 / 5 from 22 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Thomas Edison Dinner Plate Dahlia features large, deep purple blooms that create a stunning display in summer gardens. Suitable for zones 8-10, it can be stored over winter in cooler zones. Grow in sunny spots with well-draining soil, maintaining consistent moisture for vibrant, non-stop color. Deadheading spent blooms and pinching off side buds can enhance flower size and quantity.
Summary topics
- Bloom Size and Longevity: 20%
- Color Appeal: 25%
Review topics: ["color","problem","buy","blooms","flowers","dahlia","growing","purple","plants","success","tubers"].
Review highlights
- "Big blooms and the deep purple were a nice addition to the color pallet that I grew this year." —
- "Lovely deep purple color" —
- "Love the deep purple color!" —
Reviews
Beautiful
"I plant these for cut flowers, and just to look at. They are hardy flowers that come up regularly. They are so beautiful."
Big Blooms!
"This easy-to-grow dinner plate dahlia didn't disappoint! Big blooms and the deep purple were a nice addition to the color pallet that I grew this year."
No success with root-ball plantings
"We've had no success with any of the American Meadows purchases that are root plantings. I think it's our failure more than what you provide. These did not grow for us."
Smaller this year.
"I have grown these at least three if not the past four years. This is the first year they are fairly small, barely 5" blooms. Not quite worth the "dinner plate" rating."
Buy these
"These flowers are stunning! I grew in containers in pa. One of my plants ended up being 8 feet tall which did require staking I didn't mind that at all. It is oct 20 and I just picked my last three flowers to put in a vase. These have bloomed many since July. I have cut several for myself and to give to friends. Everyone loves them! The flower is large and beautiful! Has brought a lot of hummingbirds and butterflies into my garden which has brought me great joy! Love these!"
I Would Buy this Again!
"This dahlia had a beautiful, vibrant, and rich color! The blooms were healthy, long lasting, and they blended well with other flowers in my garden."
Beautiful
"Beautiful. love the color"
Profuse bloomer
"Love the deep purple color!"
Huge beautiful healthy prolific
"This is everybody's favorite flower in the garden this year. It is huge and lush and prolific. I plan to order more and put them in the front yard for next year. I am in zone 7b so I am hoping that with proper winterization I will have it next year too. Absolutely stunning."
Love Thomas Edison
"All of my Thomas Edisons came up strong and had lots of big purple flowers. So pretty. One of my all time favorites!"