Dinnerplate Dahlia, ‘Akita’

Dahlia ‘Akita’ is one exciting perennial that is sure to be a favorite!  These striking 8-10” blossoms are a warm shade of red-orange with burgundy-pink highlights and tipped in bronze and yellow. This stunning perennial is vigorous and fast growing.  It is heat resistant and makes a superb cut flower.  Your dahlias will bloom the first year, adding a lovely spot of color from mid-summer until frost.   They are a welcome addition to the garden late in the season when other flowers are fading.

Plant Details +

Height 36-40"
Spacing 20"
Hardiness 8-10; Annuals in 2-7
Exposure Full sun
Foliage Green
Flower 8-10" dinnerplate blooms - Red-orange with burgundy-pink
Bloomtime Midsummer - Fall

Planting/Care Instructions +

Planting Instructions: Plant Dahlias in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Plant in spring, after ground, warms to about 50º F. 1. Dig a hole 3-4" deep. 2. Set the tuberous root firmly in place. 3. Cover the tuberous root with soil and water thoroughly. Supply ample moisture and fertilizer during the growing season. When the plant reaches 1-1/2' in height, trim entire plant to 1'. In about two weeks trim the plant again back to about 1-1/2'. This will encourage your Dahlia to produce an abundance of flowers. Remove all spent flowers.