Summer Flame Dahlia
Description
Summer Flame lights up the garden with fiery, sunset-toned blooms that blend warm oranges, reds, and golden highlights for a glowing, embers-in-motion look. Its full, layered flowers make a bold statement in beds and borders and are excellent for cutting, bringing vivid late-summer energy to bouquets all season long.
Specifications
| Form | FD |
|---|---|
| Color | OR |
| Bloom size | 5" |
| Plant height | 1.8 ft |
| Hybridizer | Verwer Gebr |
| Year introduced | 1993 |
| Country of origin | Netherlands |
How to grow Summer Flame
Summer Flame is a FD with 1.8 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
FD-form dahlias like Summer Flame 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 Softer Peach — FD, PK
- AC Devin — FD, DB
- Ace Summer Sunset — FD, LB
Frequently asked questions
How tall does Summer Flame grow?
Summer Flame grows to about 1.8 ft.
What color is Summer Flame?
OR — ADS color classification for Summer Flame.
Who hybridized Summer Flame?
Verwer Gebr, introduced in 1993.
Is Summer Flame 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.