The Electric Flash Dahlia is a striking semi-cactus variety featuring spiky, upward-curving petals in a fiery blend of yellow centers and vivid red, orange, or purple-red tips. Growing 39 to 59 inches tall, these sun-loving plants bloom from mid-summer until the first frost. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Plant Characteristics
- Flower Type: Semi-cactus; double blooms with narrow, pointed petals that curl backward along less than half of their length, giving them a spiky, starburst appearance.
- Bloom Size: Medium, typically spanning about 6 to 7 inches across.
- Foliage: Rich, dark green.
- Habit: Upright, bushy, and sturdy. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Care & Cultivation Tips
- Sunlight: Requires full sun (at least 6-8 hours daily) for optimal blooming. [1, 2, 3]
- Soil: Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil. [1]
- Watering: Moderate water needs; the soil should remain moist but not waterlogged. [1]
- Hardiness: These tender perennials are hardy in USDA zones 8–10. In colder climates, tubers must be dug up in the fall and stored indoors over the winter. [1, 2]
- Uses: Excellent as a cut flower in floral arrangements or as a vibrant centerpiece in herbaceous borders. They are also highly attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies. [1, 2]
