Kelvin Floodlight Dahlia
Description
Kelvin Floodlight is a classic giant-flowered dahlia that lights up the garden with enormous, glowing lemon-yellow blooms and broad, fully double petals. A favorite for bold borders and show-stopping bouquets, it produces long stems and dramatic, dinnerplate-sized flowers that bring instant sunshine to late-summer and fall displays.
Specifications
| Form | FD |
|---|---|
| Color | Y |
| Bloom size | 11" |
| Plant height | 4 ft |
| Hybridizer | W D McDougall |
| Year introduced | 1958 |
| Country of origin | Australia |
How to grow Kelvin Floodlight
Kelvin Floodlight is a FD with 4 ft tall with 11-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
FD-form dahlias like Kelvin Floodlight 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.
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- 20th Ave Rayna — FD, DP
- 20th Ave Softer Peach — FD, PK
- AC Devin — FD, DB
- Ace Summer Sunset — FD, LB
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Kelvin Floodlight grow?
Kelvin Floodlight grows to about 4 ft.
What color is Kelvin Floodlight?
Y — ADS color classification for Kelvin Floodlight.
Who hybridized Kelvin Floodlight?
W D McDougall, introduced in 1958.
Is Kelvin Floodlight 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.