Petra's Wedding Dahlia
Description
Petra's Wedding is a romantic, wedding-ready dahlia with pristine white blooms that read as elegant and luminous in the garden. Its fully double, formal flowers are beautifully layered and held on strong stems, making it a standout for bouquets and refined borders alike. Reliable and eye-catching from midseason onward, Petra's Wedding brings a crisp, classic look that pairs effortlessly with any color palette.
Specifications
| Form | BA |
|---|---|
| Color | W |
| Bloom size | 3.3" |
| Plant height | 3.5 ft |
| Year introduced | 2001 |
How to grow Petra's Wedding
Petra's Wedding is a BA with 3.5 ft tall with 3.3-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
BA-form dahlias like Petra's Wedding 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 Gwen — BA, Y
- 20th Ave Memory — BA, PK
- 20th Ave Old Major — BA, L
- AC White Rabbit — BA, V
- Blyton Softer Gleam — BA, LB
- Brown Sugar — BA, BR
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Petra's Wedding grow?
Petra's Wedding grows to about 3.5 ft.
What color is Petra's Wedding?
W — ADS color classification for Petra's Wedding.
Is Petra's Wedding 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.