Verkist Festival Dahlia
Description
Verkist Festival delivers an exuberant display of tightly packed, formal decorative blooms in vivid, festival-bright tones that glow in the garden and make eye-catching bouquets. The full, rounded flowers sit on sturdy stems and keep producing reliably through the season, giving gardeners a steady supply of bold color and lush form for cutting and borders alike.
Specifications
| Form | FD |
|---|---|
| Color | FL |
| Hybridizer | Bruce G Verkist |
| Country of origin | USA |
How to grow Verkist Festival
Verkist Festival 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 Verkist Festival 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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Frequently asked questions
What color is Verkist Festival?
FL — ADS color classification for Verkist Festival.
Who hybridized Verkist Festival?
Bruce G Verkist.
Is Verkist Festival 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.