(Dahlia 'Pooh') DAL-ee-ah Genus:  Dahlia A charming choice, 'Pooh' has orange-red petals with gold and lemon-colored petal-like sepals. Plant this dahlia toward the back in a border, where its small flowers on tall stalks will be sure to stand out. -Alastair Gunn, Dahlias that deliver, Fine Gardening issue #121 Noteworthy Characteristics:  3.5-inch-wide, orange and yellow flowers. Care:  Provide full sun, except in the South, where some shade is preferred, and well-drained soil. Pinching off the first flower bud promotes a bushier plant. Use strong stakes, placing the first one into the hole at planting time. Deadhead regularly. Propagation:  Division in spring is preferred. Use a sharp knife to sever tubers ensuring that each division has at least one eye Problems:  Slugs, snails, rabbits, earwigs, aphids.

Overview

Height 3 ft. to 6 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Fall, Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Summer Flower Color Salmon, Yellow Uses Beds and Borders, Cut Flower Style Cottage Garden Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Perennials