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Giant Ball Dahlia Mix

Stunning mix features "true" ball dahlias that were developed by hybridizer, H.A. Van Eeuwijk. Giant Ball Dahlia Mix is a random mix of colors and may include white, yellow, pink, purple, red or other hues. The cultivars produce very large flowers up to 5½" in diameter and are very uniform in height, flower shape and, as a special feature, have strong, thick stems. They make superior cut flowers, easily lasting 5 days when freshly cut. Like other dahlias, the Giant Ball Dahlia Mix blooms from midsummer to the first frost in the fall. Deer tend to avoid.
  • Hardiness Zones 3-10. Lift in Fall in zones 3-8
  • Mature Height 36 - 48 inches
  • Bloom Time Midsummer until first frost in the fall (Jul-Oct)
  • Light Requirements Full Sun
  • Ship AsNO.1 Clump
  • Deer Resistant
  • Cut Flower

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Botanical Name: Dahlia ball

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Product Details

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    AE AK GU HI PR VI
  • Botanical Name:

    Dahlia ball
  • Ship As:

    Clump
  • Size:

    NO.1
  • Lift In Fall:

    3-8
  • Suggested Uses:

    Borders, Bouquets, Cut Flowers, Perennializing, Showy Flowers, Deer Resistant
  • Flower Color:

    Mixed
  • Flower Form:

    Single, ball shaped flower without central disc
  • Foliage Type:

    Pinnate leaves with ovate leaflets
  • Mature Spread:

    24 inches
  • Spacing:

    24 inches

Growing Tips

  • Planting Instructions:

    2" deep and 24" apart.
  • Soil Moisture:

    Well drained
  • Will Tolerate:

    Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
  • Pruning Instructions:

    Pinching of the secondary bud will lead to larger flowers, but less of them.
  • Winter Care:

    Dahlias are not hardy. Dig the tubers in fall and store in dry peatmoss in a cool, dry and frost free location. Dry tubers for a few days (preferably outside) before storing!
  • Planting Depth:

    2" deep
  • Watering Requirements:

    Average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater
  • Fertilization Requirements:

    Once per year
  • Special Care:

    Not needed

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Reviewed by 22 customers

It has not bloomed yet but all tubers in order did sprout

Submitted 11 months ago

By Beatrice

From Dublin

All the tubers in the package did sprout and look healthy, can't wait for them to bloom

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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If your looking for large blooms this isnt the one

Submitted 1 year ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Verified Buyer

These balls didn't grow as big as others. a little disappointed

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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Nice sturdy stems and nice round blooms. Very pretty.

Submitted 1 year ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Verified Buyer

In the mix I received two very nice types of dahlias. A white ball and a darker red ball. Both were quite nice and looked pretty in bouquets.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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One color

Submitted 1 year ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Verified Buyer

I wanted a variety and got one color. A very pretty maroon.

Merchant Response

Thank you for taking the time to review the Giant Ball Dahlia Mix. We are truly sorry to hear that this random selection of a mixture of colors did not meet your expectations. Fortunately, we have a fantastic No-Risk Guarantee. One of our Customer Care agents will be reaching out to you soon with a positive resolution.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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Great results!

Submitted 1 year ago

By anonymous

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All the tubers came up and grew very high (the white one was at least 6' tall). I guess fertilizing them every month had something to do with that! Very happy with this purchase.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Wonderful bouquets for home & church and to give away!

Submitted 2 years ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

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This Ball Mix grew very well for me in a raised bed. They were very popular with my fellow community gardeners. I had red gold and white in my collection. My Golden ball dahlia was not a giant,(only 2 1/2 to 3 inches) but an early & prolific bloomer that brightened many late summer and fall bouquets all the way from August through October in western Oregon- even though a cold spring kept them from being planted until early JUNE! I also got two small 'extra' plants from tubers which broke off the clump but had eyes- late to bloom but should do great next season!

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Read the reviews. Little yellow flowers.

Submitted 2 years ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Verified Buyer

It wasn't until AFTER they bloomed that I went back in and read the reviews. I should have heeded the advice. Steer clear of this mix. 4 of the 5 plants bloomed as miniature yellow flowers with poor form. They were dahlias and prolific, but definitely not what was advertised. The final plant bloomed what looks like it might be cornel, so it was a ball… but certainly not a giant. I contacted the company and got credit for a replacement, which I really appreciate. They were great, but it sounds like the little yellow problem is an issue that should be addressed with their QC department.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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Didn't get much of mix

Submitted 2 years ago

By anonymous

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I think all the ones I got were red and maybe one white one but gorgeous

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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Beautiful blooms

Submitted 2 years ago

By anonymous

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I enjoyed beautiful blooms until this week when we had a frost! I shared many bouquets with my friends from the plentiful blooms!

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Great addition to my cutting garden

Submitted 2 years ago

By anonymous

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They were gorgeous!! They still are ! Love the colors, texture and continual bloom. Everyone I give a bouquet to is amazed.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Questions & Answers

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How many bulbs are in this package
Asked by Beulah
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Giant Ball Dahlia Mix includes 5 tuber clumps.Was this answer helpful to you
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Are they perennials
Asked by Timothy
Verified Reply - AngelaDahlias are tender perennials. They can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 10. The tubers will need to be lifted from the ground in fall and stored in a frost free location in zones 3 to 8. They can be planted again the following spring.Was this answer helpful to you
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The description says single flower form. Does that mean the plant only produces one flower? I have never seen any dahlias that do not produce multiple flowers. Please advise so I can consider an order.
Asked by Cathy
Product Owner - jbondellNo; it simply means that all the roots are for the same type (ball) dahlia. Don't worry, you'll have multiple flowers.Was this answer helpful to you
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Hello I ordered these and I was wondering if it's ok to mulch over these right after I plant them or just put mulch around to help with moisture retention and keep weeds down?
Asked by Michael
Product Owner - jbondellI would wait until they break through the soil before you mulch. Once they're up mulch should be fine.Was this answer helpful to you
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