Giraffe Dahlia
Description
Giraffe lights up the garden with warm golden-yellow blooms dramatically brushed with brick-red and orange tones, creating a vivid, safari-inspired look. Its full, formal decorative flowers are excellent for cutting, holding their color beautifully in arrangements while the plants provide a steady supply of standout stems through the season.
Specifications
| Form | NX |
|---|---|
| Color | DB |
| Bloom size | 5" |
| Plant height | 3.3 ft |
| Hybridizer | L A Hoek |
| Year introduced | 1948 |
| Country of origin | Netherlands |
How to grow Giraffe
Giraffe is a NX with 3.3 ft tall with 5-inch blooms. 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
NX-form dahlias like Giraffe 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.
Where to buy Giraffe tubers
Similar dahlia varieties
- Caribbean Fantasy — NX, DB
- Crazy Legs — NX, OR
- Hollyhill Bill M — NX, DP
- Valley Porcupine — NX, LB
- Lucky Jill — NX, PR
- Lucky Madison — NX, DR
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Giraffe grow?
Giraffe grows to about 3.3 ft.
What color is Giraffe?
DB — ADS color classification for Giraffe.
Who hybridized Giraffe?
L A Hoek, introduced in 1948.
Is Giraffe 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.