This dahlia is sure to be show-stopper! The vibrant orange color of the Mrs. Eileen Dinnerplate is almost tangerine in color, lighting up your garden against the lush, green foliage. Pair these with brilliant yellows and reds for a fiery display! Dinnerplate dahlias are also know for their huge size and great cutting abilities.
After first growth-Pinch out the center growing tip right above the 3rd full sets of leaves for the large dinner plates dahlias. This will create a stronger, more manageable plant with more blooms. It will also make the plant less top heavy to where you have a need for staking.
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