Dahlia ‘Jowey Fantasy’ is prized for its truly eye-catching blend of colors. The ball-shaped blooms reach about 4–4½ inches across and display a striking mix of white, red, and yellow all within a single flower—an uncommon combination for dahlias. Each bloom is made up of neatly arranged, slightly curved petals that create a full, rounded form. Strong, upright stems hold the flowers high above the plant, making them perfect for cutting and garden display. Growing about 3–4 feet tall, this variety thrives in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil, producing a steady show of blooms from midsummer until the first frost. Ideal for borders, bouquets, and pollinator-friendly gardens, it performs well in zones 3–10.
Linda’s Baby is a charming and beautifully formed ball dahlia known for its exceptional symmetry and neat, rounded blooms. Though the flowers are on the smaller side, they make a big impact with their soft pink and peach tones that add warmth and elegance to the garden. This mid- to late-summer bloomer is easy to grow and produces an abundance of flowers, making it a favorite for both garden displays and cut arrangements. Plants thrive in full sun, where they reward growers with even more blooms throughout the season.
These stunning 4" bronze ball blooms stand out with their perfectly rounded shape and rich, warm tones. The plants stay compact and sturdy, reaching about 3½ feet tall, making them easy to grow and ideal for garden beds or cutting gardens. Their fashionable salmon-bronze color adds a beautiful touch to late-summer and fall bouquets, especially in autumn arrangements. Easy to grow and highly productive, they thrive in full sun and reward gardeners with an abundance of excellent cut flowers throughout the season.
This dahlia quickly captures attention with its distinctive color and graceful form. The large, 7-inch blooms feature a beautiful watercolor blend of apricot, soft pink, and deeper rose tones. Long, elegant petals gently curl and twist in different directions, giving the flower a relaxed yet romantic look. Growing on strong, sturdy plants about 4 feet tall, it produces stunning blooms that make exceptional cut flowers and pair beautifully with cream, purple, and burgundy tones in floral arrangements.
These large, fluffy 8-inch blooms are highly sought after for wedding arrangements and elegant floral designs. Their soft, romantic coloring can range from pale peach to a delicate pink blush, often appearing in multiple shades on the same plant. Growing on sturdy plants about 4 feet tall, they make a beautiful statement in the garden as well as in bouquets. While this variety tends to grow a bit slower and produces fewer blooms than some dahlias, the size and beauty of each flower make it well worth the wait.
Mingus Alex is a striking dinnerplate dahlia known for its huge, velvety deep red blooms that bring bold color and elegance to the late-summer garden. The flowers can reach up to 8 inches across, creating a dramatic display that easily becomes the focal point of a border or flower bed. With blooms nearly the size of a dinner plate, this variety truly stands out in the landscape. Despite their impressive size, these dahlias are easy to grow and will continue flowering from mid to late summer until the first frost. They also make outstanding cut flowers for large arrangements, and deer usually tend to leave them alone.
The Thomas Edison dahlia is a classic American variety that was first introduced in 1929 and is still widely regarded as one of the finest purple dinnerplate dahlias available. This vigorous plant grows strong and produces an abundance of large, rich purple blooms throughout the season. Its impressive flowers make it an excellent choice for the back of perennial borders, where it can add height and bold color, and it’s also a favorite for cutting gardens thanks to its steady supply of beautiful blooms.
Franz Kafka’ is a charming miniature pompon dahlia known for its perfectly round, 2–3 inch blooms in a rich lilac-pink color. The plants typically grow 3–4 feet tall and produce a steady supply of flowers that are excellent for cutting. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, this variety blooms from midsummer until the first frost. For best results, plant the tubers 4–6 inches deep after the last danger of frost. In colder regions (zones 3–7), the tubers should be dug up and stored indoors over winter.
Penhill Watermelon 'Dinnerplate' dahlias produce huge, informal decorative blooms in soft shades of watermelon pink, peach, and blush with beautifully ruffled, slightly twisted petals that give each flower a loose, romantic look. The large blooms, often reaching 8–10 inches across, sit atop tall, sturdy plants that typically grow 4–5 feet high, making them perfect for cutting gardens and dramatic landscape displays. Flowering from midsummer until frost, this variety is prized for its unique coloring and airy texture, adding warmth, movement, and a touch of vintage charm to bouquets and garden beds alike.
