Kelvin Floodlight Dahlia Plant

Kelvin Floodlight Dahlia: Meet the sunshine of your garden dreams. Kelvin Floodlight, the Dinnerplate Dahlia, dazzles with its massive 10-inch blooms in a soft, buttery yellow that radiates warmth and cheer. It’s the ultimate pick for gardeners who love bold, sunny hues and flowers that make a big statement.

This standout beauty lights up flower beds, borders, and landscapes with ease, bringing a touch of classic charm and vibrant energy wherever it’s planted. Whether you’re creating a stunning centerpiece or simply adding a pop of joy to your garden, Kelvin Floodlight is here to brighten your space and your day.

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant tubers when soil reaches 60°F. Space them 4-6 inches deep with crown up and roots down

Soil Preparation:

• - Prefers well-drained, fertile soil

Watering Specifics:

• - Wait until green sprouts emerge from the soil before watering
• - Then water deeply 2-3 times per week, and daily if plants are in containers

Fertilizer Type:

• - Use fertilizers with a lower nitrogen count; half the amount of nitrogen relative to phosphorus and potassium (lower N on NPK ratio)
• - Fertilize every 2-3 weeks for containers and every 3-4 weeks for soil grown plants

Pruning and Training:

• - Pinch back the main shoot to encourage branching and more flowers
• - Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering

Additional Pest Management:

• - Inspect regularly for pests like aphids, slugs, and snails

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Protect plants from early frosts with mulch or fleece covers to extend the flowering season

Overwintering:

• - After frost has turned the foliage brown, dig up tubers and store them over the winter
• - Clean tubers and let them dry for a few days in a frost-free location, then store in cool, dry place in slightly moist peat moss or sand