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Dahlia 'Bodacious': Giant Dinner-Plate Blooms in Vibrant Colors

True to its name, 'Bodacious' produces supersized, dinner-plate blooms in vibrant red and yellow on tall, heavy-headed plants that demand beefy stakes. The rich color and ruffled, loosely arranged petals make it a stunning cut flower. A real showstopper for the back of the border.

Culture & Care

  • Light: Full sun (part shade in hot South).
  • Soil: Well-drained.
  • Support: Strong stakes essential; place first at planting.
  • Winter: Lift and store tubers over winter.

Propagation & Pests

Spring division of tubers. Slugs, snails, rabbits, earwigs, aphids.

At a Glance

Height3–6 ft.
Growth HabitClumping
LightFull Sun to Part Shade
MoistureMedium
MaintenanceHigh
Bloom TimeEarly Summer to Fall
Flower ColorRed, Yellow
UsesBeds, Borders, Cut Flowers
StyleCottage Garden, Formal Garden
TypePerennial (tuberous)

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