Dahlia 'Blue Boy'
Dahlia
Image courtesy of Growing Colors
- Slightly ruffled 4-5" flowers
- On sunny days flowers appear lilac-pink, in shade a cooler periwinkle-blue
- Excellent cut flower
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Garden
Long Blooming
Deer Resistant
Full Sun
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in full sun. Prefers rich, well drained soil. Keep soil moist but not wet. Water deeply when one inch of soil is dry. Fertilize every 7-14 days. Deadhead spent blossoms.
Height: 28-32 in
Bloom Color: Blue, Lavender, Pink
Zone: 8-10
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Garden
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
- Focal Point
- Container
- Long Blooming
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Fall
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Dahlia
Common Name: Dahlia
Large, exotic looking flowers on upright, well branched plants. Bright, bold colors add interest to gardens and containers. Blooms summer-fall. Highly resistant to powdery mildew. Attactracts pollinators.