Gateshead Festival Dahlia
Description
Gateshead Festival is an eye-catching decorative dahlia with full, neatly layered blooms in warm sunset tones that bring instant celebration to borders and cutting gardens. Its robust stems hold the flower heads well for arranging, and the plant delivers a steady succession of showy blooms through the heart of the season.
Specifications
| Form | FD |
|---|---|
| Color | LB |
| Hybridizer | R F Howes |
| Year introduced | 1990 |
| Country of origin | UK |
How to grow Gateshead Festival
Gateshead Festival is a FD. 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
FD-form dahlias like Gateshead Festival 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
- 20th Ave & Baker Rd — FD, W
- 20th Ave Pure Prince — FD, L
- 20th Ave Rayna — FD, DP
- 20th Ave Softer Peach — FD, PK
- AC Devin — FD, DB
- Ace Summer Sunset — FD, LB
Frequently asked questions
What color is Gateshead Festival?
LB — ADS color classification for Gateshead Festival.
Who hybridized Gateshead Festival?
R F Howes, introduced in 1990.
Is Gateshead Festival 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.