Echo Boots Dahlia
Description
Echo Boots is a beautiful dahlia variety hybridized by Lorne McArthur in 2020.
Specifications
| Form | MS |
|---|---|
| Color | R |
| Hybridizer | Lorne McArthur |
| Year introduced | 2020 |
| Country of origin | Canada |
How to grow Echo Boots
Echo Boots is a MS. Plant tubers 12–18 inches apart in full sun after the last frost. Pinch when plants reach 12 inches tall to encourage bushier growth and more blooms.
Harvest & vase life
MS-form dahlias like Echo Boots harvest dahlias when blooms are three-quarters to fully open. With clean cuts and fresh water, most varieties last 4–7 days in the vase.
Similar dahlia varieties
- Lo-Boom Boom — MS, OR
- Lo-Evolet — MS, LB
- Lo-Orange — MS, OR
- Lo-Peach — MS, DB
- Lo-Ruby — MS, R
- Lo-Tanager — MS, FL
Frequently asked questions
What color is Echo Boots?
R — ADS color classification for Echo Boots.
Who hybridized Echo Boots?
Lorne McArthur, introduced in 2020.
Is Echo Boots good for cut flowers?
Yes. Dahlias are among the most popular cut flowers for home and market growers. Expect 4–7-day vase life with proper hydration.