Dahlia Dinnerplate Thomas A. Edison is a timeless garden treasure that has captivated gardeners since its introduction in 1929. With its spectacular deep purple blooms measuring up to 8 inches in diameter, this dinnerplate dahlia creates a dramatic focal point in any landscape. The velvety, fully double decorative flowers stand majestically atop sturdy stems, making them perfect for both garden displays and cut flower arrangements.
A Regal Addition to Your Garden Collection
The Thomas A. Edison Dahlia offers exceptional value and beauty for your customers' gardens:
- Impressive 8-inch diameter blooms with rich, deep purple coloration and velvety texture
- Robust growth habit reaching 36-48 inches tall with a spread of 18-24 inches
- Long blooming period from mid-summer until first frost for extended seasonal interest
- Excellent as cut flowers with strong stems that support the massive blooms
- Versatile use in borders, cottage gardens, and container plantings
- Attracts pollinators, adding ecological value to ornamental gardens
These show-stopping dahlias create instant impact in landscape designs and provide customers with a classic variety that has stood the test of time for nearly a century.
Growing and Care Information
Plant Thomas A. Edison tubers in spring after all danger of frost has passed, placing them 3-4 inches deep in well-drained, organically rich soil. Position in full sun to partial shade locations, spacing plants 18-24 inches apart. Regular watering and deadheading will promote continuous flowering throughout the season. In zones 8-11, tubers can remain in the ground; in colder regions, dig up after first frost and store in a cool, dry place for winter.
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Enhance your product selection with these exceptional dinnerplate dahlias, available in convenient Capper packs of 12 x 2. Our premium #1 size tubers ensure strong growth and abundant flowering for your customers. Thomas A. Edison dahlias are perfect for landscape professionals, garden centers, and specialty retailers looking to offer classic, high-impact flowering plants. Order now to secure your stock of these timeless garden favorites while supplies last. Available exclusively for our trade customers.
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EAN code82551
- CatalogRetail
- Bloom Height90-120cm
- Light RequirementsSun
- Bloom TimeMid Summer to First Frost
- SizeI
- UsesCut Flower
- Shipping Time FrameSpring