Sugar Foot Dahlia
Description
Sugar Foot is a beautiful dahlia variety hybridized by John R.McEvoy in 1962.
Specifications
| Form | FD |
|---|---|
| Color | DB |
| Hybridizer | John R.McEvoy |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Country of origin | USA |
How to grow Sugar Foot
Sugar Foot 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 Sugar Foot 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 Sugar Foot?
DB — ADS color classification for Sugar Foot.
Who hybridized Sugar Foot?
John R.McEvoy, introduced in 1962.
Is Sugar Foot 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.