Etoile de Lyon Dahlia

Hybridized by Hoste (1938)

Description

Etoile de Lyon is a beautiful dahlia variety hybridized by Hoste in 1938.

Specifications

HybridizerHoste
Year introduced1938

How to grow Etoile de Lyon

Etoile de Lyon is a dahlia. 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

Dahlia-form dahlias like Etoile de Lyon 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

Frequently asked questions

Who hybridized Etoile de Lyon?

Hoste, introduced in 1938.

Is Etoile de Lyon 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.