Dahlia 'Sylvia'

Dahlia ‘Sylvia’ is a stunning ball dahlia, admired for its warm, glowing orange blooms with golden undertones, reminiscent of a fiery sunset. With its perfectly round, symmetrical flowers and tightly packed, slightly curved petals, this variety exudes elegance and charm. The rich, sun-kissed hues make it a standout in both garden landscapes and floral arrangements, adding a burst of warmth and vibrancy.

Flower Characteristics

• Bloom Size: Compact yet eye-catching, with blooms ranging from 3 to 4 inches in diameter, making it an ideal choice for cutting gardens and borders.
• Petal Structure and Color: The petals are densely packed in a rounded formation, giving the bloom a neat and structured appearance. The bright orange petals often carry subtle golden or apricot highlights, creating a soft ombré effect in changing light.
• Flower Form: A classic ball dahlia, featuring a neat, globe-like shape that holds its form beautifully throughout the season.
• Blooming Habit: Prolific and long-blooming, flowering continuously from midsummer until the first frost, ensuring a season-long display of radiant color.

Foliage and Growth

• Plant Height: Reaches 3 to 4 feet in height, making it an excellent choice for mid-border plantings, mass displays, and container gardens.
• Foliage: Deep green, serrated leaves create a rich contrast to the fiery blooms, enhancing their luminous effect.
• Stem Strength: Strong, upright stems support the perfectly rounded blooms well, making it an excellent cut flower that holds up beautifully in bouquets.

Growing Conditions and Care

• Bloom Time: Blooms from mid-summer through fall, providing a continuous show of color.
• Sunlight Requirements: Thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day for maximum flower production.
• Soil and Watering: Prefers rich, well-draining soil with consistent moisture. Water deeply but avoid waterlogging.
• Deadheading: Regular removal of spent blooms encourages even more prolific flowering and keeps the plant looking fresh.
• Cold Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 8-11. In colder regions, tubers should be lifted in fall, stored in a cool, dry place, and replanted in spring.

Garden and Floral Uses

• Cut Flowers: A perfect cut flower with a long vase life, maintaining its vibrant color and rounded form beautifully.
• Pollinator Attraction: Draws in bees and butterflies, making it a pollinator-friendly addition to the garden.
• Landscaping: Ideal for garden borders, mass plantings, and mixed beds, where its fiery orange tones add warmth and contrast. Pairs well with deep purples, soft yellows, or crisp whites for a dynamic and striking display.

Why Choose Dahlia ‘Sylvia’?

Dahlia ‘Sylvia’ is a true garden gem, offering brilliant orange blooms, a perfectly round form, and a long-lasting display of color. Whether used to brighten up flower beds, enhance floral arrangements, or attract pollinators, this variety is both low-maintenance and highly rewarding. Its structured blooms, rich color, and reliable performance make it a must-have for any gardener or dahlia enthusiast looking to add a touch of sunshine to their landscape.