Dahlia 'Bashful'

Dahlia 'Bashful' Photo/Illustration: Daryl Beyers


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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Dahlia 'Bashful' DAL-ee-ah Genus: Dahlia
'Bashful' is a reliable and prolific bloomer. The blooms (purplish petals surrounding a golden center) have a velvety feel that draws bees and butterflies. As dahlias go, 'Bashful' is not a tall plant, so it's best to place it near the front of a bed.
Noteworthy characteristics: Deep pink petals that fade to pale pink at the tips surround showy yellow stamens.
Care: Provide full sun, except in the South, where some shade is preferred, and well-drained soil. Pinching off the first flower bud promotes a bushier plant. Deadhead regularly.
Propagation: Division in spring is preferred. Use a sharp knife to sever tubers ensuring that each division has at least one eye.
Problems: Slugs, snails, rabbits, earwigs, aphids.
Height 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit Clumps
Light Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Moderate
Characteristics Attracts Butterflies; Showy Flowers
Bloom Time Early Fall; Early Summer; Fall; Late Summer; Summer
Flower Color Pink Flower; Yellow Flower
Uses , Beds and Borders, Cut Flower
Style , Cottage Garden, Formal Garden
Seasonal Interest , Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type ,Perennials

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